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Is This Thing On, The Plague Jan 13, 2026

This week on Cinemaholics, Jon and Will review Is This Thing On? This is the third film directed by Bradley Cooper, starring Will Arnett and Laura Dern. They also discuss The Plague, an intriguing feature debut from writer-director Charlie Polinger that is one of Jon's favorite movies of the year. In addition to a game of Film Roulette, the show opens with a big announcement about the name "Cinemaholics" changing moving forward, so definitely don't miss out on that.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Intro: A pretty big announcement!
00:13:05 – Film Roulette: I'm Chevy Chase and You're Not, Primate, Palestine 36, The Housemaid, Greenland 2, It's Never Over Jeff Buckley, Dead Man's Wire, Ne Zha 2, Eddington, David
00:26:05 – Review: Is This Thing On?
01:01:35 – Review: The Plague

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Marty Supreme Jan 06, 2026

This week on Cinemaholics, Jon and Will review Marty Supreme, starring Timothée Chalamet and directed and co-written by Josh Safdie. They also play a game of Film Roulette, doing a rapid lightning round of reviews for some other recent (and not-so-recent) movies this past year.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Film Roulette: Avatar: Fire and Ash, The Testament of Ann Lee, Stranger Things 5, Zootopia 2, The Ugly Stepsister, Ella McCay, Kpop Demon Hunters, Arco, The Mastermind, Sorry Baby, Companion, The Smashing Machine, Hedda, Lilo & Stitch, History of Sound
00:29:40 – Review: Marty Supreme

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Hamnet, Rental Family, Tribute to Rob Reiner Dec 17, 2025

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00:00:00 – Tribute to Rob Reiner
00:26:55 – Review: Hamnet
01:00:00 – Review: Rental Family

This week on Cinemaholics, Jon and Will review Hamnet, the new drama from Chloé Zhao, adapting Maggie O’Farrell’s novel of the same name and starring Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal. We then discuss Rental Family from director HIKARI, which stars Brendan Fraser and Akira Emoto. And we open the show with a tribute to Rob Reiner where we discuss his filmmaking career and specific contributions to cinema as both a director and actor over the decades.

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The Voice of Hind Rajab, Jay Kelly, It Was Just an Accident Dec 08, 2025

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – CCA Nominations
00:08:00 – Film Roulette: Sirat, The Flintstones (1994), Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere, Better Man, Blue Moon, The Running Man, How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000), Predator: Killer of Killers, Shelby Oaks, Speed Racer, Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair
00:29:30 – Review: The Voice of Hind Rajab
00:49:20 – Review: Jay Kelly
01:13:50 – Review: It Was Just an Accident

This week on Cinemaholics, Jon and Will review The Voice of Hind Rajab, a harrowing new drama from Tunisian filmmaker Kaouther Ben Hania (Four Daughters). Afterward, we take a look at Jay Kelly, the latest comedy-drama from Noah Baumbach and starring a huge star-lit cast featuring George Clooney, Adam Sandler, and plenty more. And our last review is of It Was Just an Accident, the remarkable new thriller from Jafar Panahi that won the Palme d'Or at this years Cannes Film Festival and is topping plenty "best of the year" lists.

We open up the show with a quick discussion of some of the Critics Choice Association nominations for Best Picture then swing right into Film Roulette. That's the game where we do a lightning round of new and old films for the other person to react to with only a sentence (or paragraph).

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Wake Up Dead Man, Train Dreams, Sentimental Value Dec 03, 2025

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00:00:00 – Film Roulette: Jay Kelly, Wicked: For Good, Bugonia, One Battle After Another, The Perfect Neighbor, After the Hunt, If I Had Legs I'd Kick You, Eternity, Hamnet, Zootopia 2, Rental Family, Rebuilding, Peter Hujar's Day, Die My Love, Predator: Badlands, Avatar: Fire and Ash, The Baltimorons, The Testament of Ann Lee
00:23:25 – Review: Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery
00:44:25 – Review: Train Dreams
01:04:40 – Review: Sentimental Value

This week, Jon and Will review Wake Up Dead Man, the newest "Knives Out" mystery from Rian Johnson. They also take a look at Train Dreams, directed by Cliff Bentley and starring Joel Edgerton and Felicity Jones. And then they finish out the show with a review of Sentimental Value, the latest from Joachim Trier and starring Renate Reinsve and Stellan Skarsgård.

And that's not all. Because it's been quite some time since the Cinemaholics had a chance to talk film (sorry for the hiatus!) Jon introduced a brand new game called Film Roulette. Essentially we do a rapid-fire set of reactions to a whole bunch of movies that have either come out recently or are in the awards conversation more broadly.

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Weapons Aug 20, 2025

Is film criticism dead? On this week’s episode of Cinemaholics, Jon Negroni and Will Ashton kick things off with a timely conversation about the state of movie reviews in a post-Twitter world. With major papers shedding critics and platforms like Substack taking their place, what does the future hold for film discourse?

Then, the guys dig into Weapons, the sophomore horror feature from Barbarian director Zach Cregger. Starring Julia Garner, Josh Brolin, and Benedict Wong, Weapons is an ambitious suburban nightmare told in fragmented perspectives and genre-defying set pieces. Jon and Will unpack the film’s surprising themes, multi-chapter structure, and incredible practical effects. Is Weapons a worthy follow-up to Barbarian? Or does it get lost in its own metaphorical maze? Plus, we read some Letterboxd reviews, play the Rotten Tomatoes game, and share which August films we’re most excited to see next.

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The Fantastic Four: First Steps Aug 01, 2025

Marvel’s First Family is back for a fourth time. On this week’s episode of Cinemaholics, Jon Negroni and Will Ashton unpack The Fantastic Four: First Steps, the latest attempt to reboot Marvel’s unluckiest franchise. With Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Joseph Quinn, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach suiting up for a 60s-inspired, retro-futurist take, director Matt Shakman (WandaVision) brings serious style to a film that’s long on vibes but maybe short on soul.

We break down the film’s visual direction, ensemble performances, and the Galactus-sized question at its core: what is the point of another reboot? Plus, we debate the movie’s oddly hollow emotional arc, its meta-commentary on Marvel fatigue, and how it stacks up against the previous iterations of the Fantastic Four. Is this a first step in the right direction or another cosmic trip into irrelevance? Tune in to find out!

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Superman (2025) Jul 16, 2025

Jon Negroni and Will Ashton break down Superman, the bold new reboot from DC Studios and director James Gunn. Starring David Corenswet as the Man of Steel and Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane, the film launches the first chapter of Gunn’s DCU with a surprising blend of warmth, wit, and world-building.

Jon and Will unpack the movie’s heartfelt tone, its standout performances, and whether Gunn’s vision successfully updates Superman for a new generation. They debate the film’s commentary, its ambitious ensemble of DC characters, and how Superman balances sincerity with satire in a cinematic landscape that’s maybe forgotten how to hope.

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Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning Is…Complicated | Cinemaholics Review May 31, 2025

Special guest Mike Overhulse of the Mad Men Men podcast joins Jon Negroni and Will Ashton to break down Mission: Impossible – Final Reckoning, the latest (and possibly final?) installment in the long-running spy franchise starring Tom Cruise as the ever-unbreakable Ethan Hunt. Directed once again by Christopher McQuarrie, the film sends the IMF team on a high-octane collision course with a rogue AI known as The Entity, in what may be the most self-aware entry in the series to date.

Jon, Will, and Mike unpack the film’s jaw-dropping action sequences, its tangled narrative web, and how Final Reckoning reflects a growing anxiety in Hollywood around digital threats both on and off the screen. They debate the movie’s emotional stakes, its increasingly meta commentary on Cruise’s career, and whether this half of the story sticks the landing as a standalone film.

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Another Simple Favor – Spoiler-Free Instant Take May 06, 2025

Will Ashton returns with a solo Instant Take on Another Simple Favor, the Amazon Prime sequel to Paul Feig’s 2018 suburban noir comedy-thriller A Simple Favor. With Anna Kendrick and Blake Lively reprising their roles, this follow-up heads to Italy for a destination wedding filled with secrets, frenemy tension, and stylish intrigue.

Will breaks down what works—and what fizzles—in this second helping. Despite a few fun twists and an appealing setting in Capri, the film struggles to recapture the charm of the original. Kendrick’s character lacks clear evolution, while Lively’s return, though enjoyable, can’t quite carry the film through its sillier and more uneven second half.

With vibes that feel more White Lotus than Gone Girl, Another Simple Favor tries to balance camp, crime, and couture. Will questions whether this sequel really needed to exist at all, comparing it to other lackluster follow-ups (The Whole Ten Yards, anyone?) that get the gang back together but forget the plot.

If you were a fan of the first film, there are still some moments of cheeky fun—like a memorable truth serum scene—but overall, this one might leave you regretting asking for more.

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The Amateur – Spoiler-Free Instant Take Apr 21, 2025

Will Ashton returns with another Instant Take, this time tackling The Amateur, a new action-thriller starring Rami Malek (Mr. Robot, Bohemian Rhapsody) as a surveillance tech expert turned reluctant vigilante. With a vibe that borrows from Death Wish and Jason Bourne, the film delivers slick set pieces, familiar genre beats, and a central performance that’s more restrained than revolutionary.

Will explores how The Amateur flirts with deeper character nuance, particularly in its depiction of Malek’s potentially autistic-coded lead. Though the film never explicitly confirms it, the character’s traits raise questions about representation in action movies and whether the film embraces or falls back on tired tropes.

Alongside Malek, the film features a solid supporting cast: Rachel Brosnahan (The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel), Laurence Fishburne, John Bernthal, Holt McCallany (Mindhunter), and Julianne Nicholson. Some standout moments include inventive “trap-like” set pieces and moody, high-rise shootouts that pop in premium formats. But Will questions if that’s enough to elevate an otherwise middle-of-the-road revenge thriller.

Will Ashton returns with another Instant Take, this time tackling The Amateur, a new action-thriller starring Rami Malek (Mr. Robot, Bohemian Rhapsody) as a surveillance tech expert turned reluctant vigilante. With a vibe that borrows from Death Wish and Jason Bourne, the film delivers slick set pieces, familiar genre beats, and a central performance that’s more restrained than revolutionary.

Will explores how The Amateur flirts with deeper character nuance, particularly in its depiction of Malek’s potentially autistic-coded lead. Though the film never explicitly confirms it, the character’s traits raise questions about representation in action movies and whether the film embraces or falls back on tired tropes.

Alongside Malek, the film features a solid supporting cast: Rachel Brosnahan (The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel), Laurence Fishburne, John Bernthal, Holt McCallany (Mindhunter), and Julianne Nicholson. Some standout moments include inventive “trap-like” set pieces and moody, high-rise shootouts that pop in premium formats. But Will questions if that’s enough to elevate an otherwise middle-of-the-road revenge thriller.

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Novocaine – Spoiler-free Instant Take Mar 13, 2025

Will Ashton is back with a solo Instant Take on Novocaine, the action-comedy-romance hybrid starring Jack Quaid (The Boys) as a pain-insensitive bank employee who becomes an unlikely action hero. Directed by Dan Berk and Robert Olsen (Villains), this film surprised Will with its surprising charm. But also its creative premise, and solid central performances, too.

Based on the real-life condition CIP (congenital insensitivity to pain), Novocaine walks a tonal tightrope between over-the-top violence and sincere character development. Will shares why Jack Quaid’s “young Tom Hanks” energy works so well here. Especially alongside Amber Midthunder (Prey), and how the film balances disability representation with fun genre thrills.

Will also unpacks some of the film’s weaknesses, including uneven comedy, some clunky reveals, and a few undercooked side characters. But overall, this one came in above expectations and might just be Jack Quaid’s best leading role to date.

Also starring Ray Nicholson, Betty Gabriel (Get Out), and Matt Walsh, Novocaine delivers quirky action, gory visuals, and a lot of heart…even if it sometimes plays it too safe.

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Black Bag – Spoiler-free Instant Take Mar 11, 2025

In this spoiler-free instant take, Will Ashton jumps on the mic solo to give you his first impressions of Black Bag, the sleek and sizzling new spy thriller from director Steven Soderbergh. With a star-studded cast led by Cate Blanchett and Michael Fassbender, Black Bag is a taut, high-style espionage caper that calls back to the classy, grown-up thrillers of yesteryear.

Will dives into what makes this film click.Iits sophisticated style, whip-smart screenplay (co-written by Soderbergh collaborator David Koepp), and a third act that actually sticks the landing. He compares it to classics like Mr. & Mrs. Smith and Out of Sight, highlighting how Soderbergh leans into his signature charm, sexiness, and cinematic craftsmanship.

Other stars include Naomi Harris, Pierce Brosnan, Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, and Marisa Abela. All of whom get their moment to shine. Will also touches on Fassbender’s continued hot streak post-The Killer. Plus, why Blanchett is perfectly matched for this kind of layered, stylish fare.

Clocking in at a brisk 95 minutes, Black Bag is a sharp and satisfying return to form. It's equally suited for a theater outing or a high-quality night in. Listen in for Will’s take on where Black Bag ranks among Soderbergh’s post-retirement filmography. And why this might be one of his most entertaining efforts in years.

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Nickel Boys – Film Review Feb 25, 2025

In this week’s episode, Jon Negroni and Will Ashton take a deep dive into Nickel Boys, the latest film from director RaMell Ross (Hale County This Morning, This Evening). An adaptation of Colson Whitehead’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, the film follows two Black teenagers trapped in the harrowing realities of Nickel Academy, a reform school in 1960s Florida that crushes hope as efficiently as it enforces silence. With Ethan Herisse and Brandon Wilson leading the cast and a uniquely immersive first-person perspective, Nickel Boys has drawn a lot of critical acclaim, but does it earn its accolades?

Jon and Will unpack the film’s daring cinematography, its unconventional narrative structure, and Ross’s refusal to hold the audience’s hand. They debate the film’s Oscar prospects, its underwhelming box office reception, and why its use of silence might be its most powerful weapon. Plus, how does Nickel Boys fit into the tradition of documentary filmmakers transitioning into narrative storytelling? And yes, Will finds a way to compare it to The Tree of Life, because of course he does.

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Interview – Harrison Xu and Ivan Leung talk 'Extremely Unique Dynamic' Jan 23, 2025

Today on Cinemaholics, we’re joined by two hilarious and incredibly talented filmmakers/actors, Harrison Xu and Ivan Leung, to talk about their new indie film, Extremely Unique Dynamic. This queer Asian meta stoner coming-of-age dramedy takes storytelling to a whole new level—it’s a movie about two guys making a movie about two guys making a movie. Yes, it’s as wonderfully chaotic as it sounds.

Extremely Unique Dynamic has been making waves, playing at over 25 film festivals and breaking box office records during its LA theatrical run. In this episode, Harrison and Ivan share the wild journey of creating a deeply personal, yet entirely universal story that subverts stoner comedy tropes while addressing themes of representation, identity, and authenticity.

We dive into everything—how they infused the film with their real-life personalities, their unexpected success at festivals, and even a bit of party bus pole-dancing backstory. Along the way, we also discuss pop-punk soundtracks, karaoke go-tos, and what they hope this movie will mean 50 years from now.

Plus, we get into some lighter moments, including their favorite reality TV shows, nostalgic movie picks, and the unexpected challenges of doing Q&As. Whether you’re a fan of stoner comedies, indie filmmaking, or unique dynamics (see what we did there?), this is an episode you won’t want to miss.

Catch Extremely Unique Dynamics at upcoming screenings in LA, San Francisco, New York, and even Vancouver, with VOD release just around the corner.

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Interview – John Magaro and Tim Fehlbaum Discuss 'September 5' Jan 18, 2025

Today on Cinemaholics, we’re sitting down with director Tim Fehlbaum and actor John Magaro to talk about their new film, September 5. This gripping drama takes us behind the scenes of the 1972 Munich Olympics, where the ABC newsroom was thrust into the chaos of broadcasting one of the first live terrorist attacks. It’s a high-stakes story about media ethics, personal decisions, and the power of storytelling that feels just as relevant today as it was back then.

With Tim’s sharp direction and John’s striking performance, September 5 premiered at Venice to rave reviews and has already sparked some big conversations about how we navigate the intersection of truth, accountability, and media. We’re diving into all of it—how they approached such a delicate story, the challenges they faced, and why this film resonates so deeply right now.

You can also read or listen to our podcast review of the film with special guest Ema Sasic right here.

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Sonic The Hedgehog 3 – Spoiler-free Instant Take Jan 14, 2025

In this special spoiler-free instant take, host Will Ashton delves into Sonic the Hedgehog 3, the latest installment in the high-speed franchise. He explores the film's dynamic action sequences, the evolving camaraderie among Sonic, Tails, and Knuckles, and the introduction of Shadow the Hedgehog. Will also examines the performances of returning cast members Ben Schwartz and Idris Elba, as well as the film's vibrant visual effects and engaging storyline. Additionally, he reflects on how Sonic the Hedgehog 3 contributes to the expanding Sonic cinematic universe and what fans and skeptics alike might expect.

Sonic the Hedgehog 3 premiered in theaters on December 20, 2024, distributed by Paramount Pictures, with a runtime of 110 minutes. The film features a star-studded cast, including Jim Carrey, Ben Schwartz, Krysten Ritter, Natasha Rothwell, Shemar Moore, James Marsden, Tika Sumpter, Idris Elba, and Keanu Reeves.

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A Complete Unknown – Film Review Jan 08, 2025

In this week's episode, Jon Negroni and Will Ashton dive deep into A Complete Unknown, the latest biopic from director James Mangold (Logan, Walk the Line). The film, starring Timothée Chalamet as the iconic Bob Dylan, chronicles the enigmatic artist’s rise to fame during the transformative folk scene of the 1960s. With Edward Norton and Monica Barbaro rounding out the cast, and a runtime of 140 minutes, the movie captures Dylan’s transition from a folk music darling to a rock 'n' roll revolutionary.

Jon and Will discuss Mangold’s directorial approach, Chalamet’s performance as the elusive Dylan, and the narrative’s attempt to balance the artist’s enigmatic persona with a traditional biopic structure. They also highlight the supporting cast, including Norton’s standout role and Boyd Holbrook’s intriguing portrayal of Johnny Cash. Is A Complete Unknowna respectful ode to Dylan’s artistry, or does it play it too safe? Tune in as the hosts break it all down, from the film’s subtle nods to Dylan’s legacy to its reception among fans and critics alike.

Searchlight Pictures released A Complete Unknown in U.S. theaters on December 25, 2024.

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Nosferatu – Spoiler-free Instant Take Jan 02, 2025

In this special instant take, Will Ashton dives into Robert Eggers' latest film, Nosferatu, unpacking its deep ties to the 1922 horror classic and its fresh take on the Dracula mythos. He breaks down Eggers' distinct artistic style, highlights standout performances from Willem Dafoe and Bill Skarsgård, and praises the film's jaw-dropping production design and cinematography. Will also reflects on how Nosferatu fits into the modern horror landscape, sharing why it’s such an exciting year-end release that horror fans won’t want to miss.

Nosferatu opened in theaters on December 25 through Focus Features and has a runtime of 132 minutes. The rest of the cast includes Nicholas Hoult, Lily-Rose Depp, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Emma Corrin, Ralph Ineson, and Simon McBurney.

More about Nosferatu:

Set in 19th-century Europe, Nosferatu follows Thomas Hutter, a real estate agent who heads to the eerie, isolated estate of Count Orlok to close a business deal. Sounds straightforward, right? Not quite. Things take a dark and sinister turn when Hutter realizes Orlok is no ordinary recluse: he’s a full-on vampire with a thirst for blood and an unsettling interest in Hutter’s wife, Ellen. As the danger escalates and Orlok’s shadow creeps closer to the village, the story unfolds into a chilling mix of gothic horror, psychological tension, and devastating stakes. Robert Eggers brings his trademark grit and authenticity to this retelling, delivering a film that feels both classic and refreshingly new.

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A Complete Unknown – Spoiler-Free Instant Take Dec 10, 2024

Today on Cinemaholics, Will Ashton gives his spoiler-free instant take of A Complete Unknown, the latest biographical drama from director James Mangold. Starring Timothée Chalamet as a young Bob Dylan, the film chronicles Dylan's rise in the New York folk scene of the early 1960s, culminating in his revolutionary performance at the Newport Folk Festival in 1965. With a screenplay co-written by Mangold and Jay Cocks, and a stellar supporting cast including Edward Norton, Elle Fanning, and Monica Barbaro, A Complete Unknown is already earning high praise as one of the best films of 2024. Tune in for Will’s thoughts on Chalamet’s portrayal of Dylan, the film’s nostalgic vibe, and if it'll be a must-watch this holiday season.

Searchlight Pictures will release A Complete Unknown in select U.S. theaters on December 25, 2024.

More about A Complete Unknown:

New York, 1961. Against the backdrop of a vibrant music scene and tumultuous cultural upheaval, an enigmatic 19-year-old from Minnesota named Bob Dylan arrives with his guitar and revolutionary talent, destined to change the course of American music. He forges intimate relationships with music icons of Greenwich Village on his meteoric rise, culminating in a groundbreaking and controversial performance that reverberates worldwide. Timothée Chalamet stars and sings as Bob Dylan in James Mangold’s A COMPLETE UNKNOWN, the electric true story behind the rise of one of the most iconic singer-songwriters in history.

The film also stars Edward Norton as Pete Seeger, Elle Fanning as Sylvie Russo, Monica Barbaro as Joan Baez, Boyd Holbrook as Johnny Cash and Scoot McNairy as Woody Guthrie.

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'September 5' is a newsworthy thriller Dec 09, 2024

Breaking news! This week on Cinemaholics, Special guest Ema Sasic joins me (Jon Negroni) to dissect September 5, a gripping new thriller from director Tim Fehlbaum (The Colony). The film takes us back to the 1972 Munich Summer Olympics, where sports coverage took an unprecedented turn into live, global news reporting during one of the most tragic and pivotal events in history. Together, we break down the film’s high-tension pacing and commentary on media ethics. Plus, we talk awards potential and about the standout performances from John Magaro, Peter Sarsgaard, Leonie Benesch, and more.

You can also read an edited transcript of our conversation right here.

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'Conclave' is a heavenly whodunnit Dec 07, 2024

Holy smokes! This week on Cinemaholics, Jon Negroni and Will Ashton enter the sacred halls of Conclave, the latest thriller from Edward Berger (All Quiet on the Western Front). Set against the backdrop of a Vatican papal election, the film dives into the labyrinth of faith, power, and political intrigue. We discuss Ralph Fiennes’ captivating performance as Cardinal Thomas Lawrence, the high-stakes drama of electing a new pope, and the surprising humor that keeps the tension from boiling over. Plus, we unpack the film’s visual grandeur, that audacious ending twist, and where it fits in the awards season race…You can read an edited transcript of our conversation right here.

Conclave was directed by Edward Berger and is based on the 2016 novel by Robert Harris. The cast includes Ralph Fiennes, Stanley Tucci, John Lithgow, and Isabella Rossellini, with cinematography by Stéphane Fontaine (Jackie). Premiering in limited release on October 25, 2024 through Focus Features and has a runtime of 120 minutes.

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Maria Dec 06, 2024

Today on Cinemaholics, Will Ashton delivers a short, spoiler-free review of Maria, Angelina Jolie's latest lead performance in a new biographical drama from director Pablo Larraín about legendary opera singer Maria Callas in 1970s Paris.

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Angelina Jolie stars as Maria Callas, the iconic soprano, in Pablo Larraín’s Maria. This moving drama reimagines the legendary singer’s final days in Paris as she reflects on her dazzling but turbulent life in the spotlight. Directed by the acclaimed Pablo Larraín (Jackie, Spencer), with a screenplay by Steven Knight, the film offers an intimate look at the diva’s identity, struggles, and overall legacy. The film also features Pierfrancesco Favino, Alba Rohrwacher, Haluk Bilginer, and Kodi Smit-McPhee and is the final entry in Larraín's trilogy about iconic 20th-century women, following Jackie and Spencer.

Premiering at the Venice Film Festival, where Jolie's performance earned acclaim, Maria debuted in select U.S. theaters on November 27, 2024, and will stream on Netflix from December 11, with theatrical releases in Italy and Germany to follow in early 2025.

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A Real Pain Dec 04, 2024

This week on Cinemaholics, Jon Negroni and Will Ashton take a real hard look at Jesse Eisenberg's A Real Pain, a film tackling generational trauma, identity crises, and the age-old question: are we in a Kieran Culkin Kierannaissance? We chat about its awards buzz, a Holocaust scene that's somehow pivotal and memorable, and the performances that make all the pain worth it. Plus, we break down the movie's balancing act between humor and heavy themes.

A Real Pain was directed, written, and produced by Jesse Eisenberg. The cast includes Eisenberg himself, alongside Kieran Culkin, Will Sharpe, Jennifer Grey, and others, with Emma Stone and Dave McCary serving as producers under their Fruit Tree banner. Premiering at the Sundance Film Festival on January 20, 2024, the film later saw a limited theatrical release in the United States on November 1 through Searchlight Pictures. It has a 90-minute runtime.

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Mismatched cousins David (Jesse Eisenberg) and Benji (Kieran Culkin) reunite for a tour through Poland to honor their beloved

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Moana 2 has splashy visuals but lacks the heart of the original Nov 26, 2024

Welcome to Cinemaholics. I'm Jon Negroni, and I've just seen Moana 2. Now, this isn't going to be an instant take review right out of the theater, mainly because I'm recording this the next day. So, this is going to be a little bit different. But I did want to put something out there before the movie comes out. It is Thanksgiving week, so I know a lot of you are maybe having some busier weeks, finding some time with family and everything, and maybe you're considering going to see Moana 2 in the theater. And if that's the case, you might be curious—what is the movie all about? Is it worth checking out and all of that?

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Gladiator II Nov 25, 2024

This week on the Cinemaholics podcast, we enter the arena to discuss Gladiator II, the long-awaited sequel that brings back Ridley Scott as director along with some fresh talent. Including Paul Mescal in the lead role alongside Denzel Washington, Pedro Pascal, and Connie Nielsen. We kick off the show with some preamble about Wicked and Scott's filmography before clashing swords on the film itself. We discuss the overall themes of the film and how the action pays off the messaging. Plus we dig into the critical reception thus far and what might come next in the Gladiator franchise.

Gladiator II opened in UK theaters on November 15 with a U.S. release through Paramount Pictures a week after on November 22. The film has a 148-minute runtime and the rest of the cast includes Joseph Quinn, Fred Hechinger, Lior Raz, and Derek Jacobi.

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Red One – Instant Take Nov 14, 2024

Will Ashton gives his instant take review of Red One, directed by Jake Kasdan and starring Dwayne Johnson, Chris Evans, Lucy Liu, Kiernan Shipka, Bonnie Hunt, Kristofer Hivju, Nick Kroll, Wesley Kimmel, and J.K. Simmons.

Synopsis:

After Santa Claus – Code Name: RED ONE – is kidnapped, the North Pole's Head of Security (Dwayne Johnson) must team up with the world’s most infamous bounty hunter (Chris Evans) in a globe-trotting, action-packed mission to save Christmas.

Directed by | Jake Kasdan
Story by | Hiram Garcia
Screenplay by | Chris Morgan
Produced by | Hiram Garcia, p.g.a., Dwayne Johnson, p.g.a., Dany Garcia, Chris Morgan, p.g.a., Jake Kasdan p.g.a, Melvin Mar
Starring | Dwayne Johnson, Chris Evans, Lucy Liu, Kiernan Shipka, Bonnie Hunt, Kristofer Hivju, Nick Kroll, Wesley Kimmel and J.K. Simmons
Run Time | 2 hours 2 minutes
Rating | PG - 13

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The new Star Wars trilogy: What we know so far Nov 07, 2024

Disney and Lucasfilm have finally confirmed a deal to release a new Star Wars trilogy that continues(?) the saga with Episodes 10-12. Simon Kinberg will apparently develop the trilogy with Kathleen Kennedy, so let's get into everything we know so far about what's next for a galaxy far, far, you get the point.

Articles mentioned in this podcast:

Deadline – "‘Star Wars’ Trilogy Deal: Lucasfilm Taps Simon Kinberg To Write & Produce"
The Hollywood Reporter – "‘Star Wars’: Simon Kinberg to Write, Produce New Trilogy for Lucasfilm"

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The Piano Lesson – Instant Take Nov 06, 2024

Will Ashton gives his instant take review of The Piano Lesson, directed and co-written by Malcolm Washington and starring Samuel L. Jackson, John David Washington, Ray Fisher, Michael Potts, Erykah Badu, Skylar Aleece Smith, Danielle Deadwyler, and Corey Hawkins.

Synopsis:

A battle is brewing in the Charles Household. At the center stands a prized heirloom piano tearing two siblings apart. On one side, a brother (John David Washington) plans to build the family fortune by selling it. On the other, a sister (Danielle Deadwyler) will go to any lengths to hold onto the sole vestige of the family’s heritage. Their uncle (Samuel L. Jackson) tries to mediate, but even he can’t hold back the ghosts of the past.

Adapted from August Wilson’s Pulitzer Prize-winning masterwork, THE PIANO LESSON explores the intergenerational dynamics of identity, resilience and transcendence - revealing startling truths about how we perceive the past and who gets to define our legacy. The film is directed and co-written by Malcolm Washington in his feature directorial debut. From Oscar nominated producers Denzel Washington and Todd Black, and featuring an all-star cast including Samuel L. Jackson, John David Washington, Ray Fisher, Michael Potts, Erykah Badu, Skylar Aleece Smith with Danielle Deadwyler and Corey Hawkins.

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Emilia Pérez – Instant Take Oct 31, 2024

Will Ashton gives his instant take review of Emilia Pérez, directed and written by Jacques Audiard and starring Karla Sofîa Gascón, Zoe Saldaña, and Selena Gomez.

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From renegade auteur Jacques Audiard comes Emilia Pérez, an audacious fever dream that defies genres and expectations. Through liberating song and dance and bold visuals, this odyssey follows the journey of four remarkable women in Mexico, each pursuing their own happiness. The fearsome cartel leader Emilia (Karla Sofía Gascón) enlists Rita (Zoe Saldaña), an unappreciated lawyer stuck in a dead-end job, to help fake her death so that Emiliacan finally live authentically as her true self. Written and directed by Audiard (Rust and Bone, A Prophet), the double Cannes-winning film also stars Selena Gomez, Adriana Paz, and Edgar Ramírez.

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The Substance Oct 24, 2024

This week on the Cinemaholics podcast, we dive deep into The Substance, Coralie Fargeat's follow-up to Revenge. We discuss the film's blending of body horror and Hollywood satire as performed by Demi Moore and Margaret Qualley with Dennis Quaid. This is a more contentious episode than usual as we have somewhat diverse interpretations of the film based on our own personal reactions to its cultural commentary.

The Substance released theatrically last month through Mubi and has a 141-minute runtime.

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Anora – Instant Take Oct 22, 2024

Jon Negroni gives his instant take review of Anora, the newest film written and directed by Sean Baker. Mikey Madison stars in this genre-spinning, Palme d'Or winning drama-comedy about a young stripper swept up in a tumultuous romance with the son of a Russian oligarch. The cast also includes Mark Eydelshteyn, Yura Borisov, Karren Karagulian, Vache Tovmasyan, and Aleksei Serebryakov.

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Saturday Night Oct 07, 2024

This week on Cinemaholics, we review Saturday Night, a new awards-season comedy depicting the 90 minutes leading up to the airing of SNL's momentous first episode. Jason Reitman directs and co-writes with Gil Kenan, and we discuss the highs and lows of what is ultimately a fantastical, yet uneven origin story with plenty to laugh at.

Saturday Night opened in limited release on September 27 and opens wide on October 11 through Sony Pictures Releasing. It has a 109-minute runtime and the (massive) cast includes Gabriel LaBelle, Rachel Sennott, Cory Michael Smith, Ella Hunt, Dylan O'Brien, Emily Fairn, Matt Wood, Lamorne Morris, Kim Matula, Finn Wolfhard, Nicholas Braun, Cooper Hoffman, Andrew Barth Feldman, Kaia Gerber, Tommy Dewey, Willem Dafoe, Matthew Rhys, and J. K. Simmons.

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Joker: Folie à Deux has to be some kind of sick, practical joke Oct 03, 2024

Joker: Folie à Deux rolls out into theaters this weekend, and not everyone is smiling about that. Stay tuned for our in-depth review of the film on our main show, but for now here's a spoiler-free reaction.

Todd Phillips directed and co-wrote Joker: Folie à Deux with Scott Silver. The film stars Joaquin Phoenix, Lady Gaga, Brendan Gleeson, and Catherine Keener.

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Saturday Night – Instant Take Oct 02, 2024

We’ll be doing an in-depth review of Saturday Night on the main show soon, but here is a quick instant take of the film coming right out of the theater. Directed by Jason Reitman and featuring a star-studded cast, Saturday Night chronicles the chaotic 90 minutes leading up to the fateful airing of the first episode of what would eventually become Saturday Night Live, with some of the most iconic actors of the 70s and 80s played by plenty of lesser known actors and comedians in 2024. Fitting, right?

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Pixar's Future Looks Incredibly Bleak Right Now Sep 19, 2024

On this latest edition of Cinemaholics Headlines, Jon Negroni jumps on the mic to share his thoughts on a few big news stories in the world of film and entertainment. Our main story at the end covers some seriously damaging revelations about the working conditions at Pixar in the wake of Inside Out 2's unprecedented success.

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Transformers One – Instant Take Sep 18, 2024

Will Ashton just watched Transformers One, and so we're transforming the "instant take" review this time around into the Will Ashton Instant Take. That's right, Will talks about the new film directed by Josh Cooley without getting into spoilers and shares his reaction coming right out of the theater. Transformers One opens in theaters on September 20 through Paramount Pictures.

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Why Beetlejuice Beetlejuice is a Big, Big Hit Sep 17, 2024

This week on Cinemaholics, we review Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, the long-awaited sequel to Tim Burton's 1988 cult(?) classic of the same name, minus one name. Burton returns as director with Alfred Gough and Miles Millar as co-screenwriters, and we discuss the film's big success at the box office and whether or not the hype is deserved, deserved, deserved.

Beetlejuice Beetlejuice opened in theaters on September 4 through Warner Bros after opening the Venice International Film Festival on August 28 and has a 104-minute runtime. The cast includes Michael Keaton, Winona Ryder, Catherine O'Hara, Justin Theroux, Monica Bellucci, Jenna Ortega, and Willem Dafoe.

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The Wild Robot – Instant Take Sep 16, 2024

We'll be doing an in-depth review of The Wild Robot on the main show soon, but here is a quick instant take of the film coming right out of the theater. Chris Sanders directed and wrote The Wild Robot, which opens in theaters on September 27 through DreamWorks Animation and Universal Pictures. Some critics are calling it the best animated feature of the year and one of DreamWorks' best animated films ever...are they right?

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These Might Be the Best Films of the Fall Festivals in 2024 Sep 13, 2024

On this latest edition of Cinemaholics Headlines, Jon Negroni jumps on the mic to share his thoughts on a few big news stories in the world of film. Our main story at the end covers a critic-curated list of the movies to watch in case you missed this year's fall festivals. You can find a transcript of this podcast here.

Hulu buys NUTCRACKERS.
Matt Reeves confirms THE BATMAN II is part of a trilogy.
Clint Eastwood's JUROR #2 gets a release date.
INSIDE OUT 2 coming to Disney+ on September 25.
Max (the streaming service) gets some good news for a change.
The New SOPRANOS documentary just dropped on Max. Don't fuggetaboutit.
Big updates on CONSTANTINE 2, which is apparently happening.
TRANSFORMERS ONE is good, actually?!
These might be the best film of the fall festivals in 2024.

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Headlines – Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse drama, New director for Spider-Man 4, The Next Judd Apatow movie, and more Sep 12, 2024

Jon Negroni unpacks a few big news stories in the world of film this week, including some weird drama and false rumors about Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse.

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The Substance – Instant Take Sep 10, 2024

Our full, in-depth review of The Substance will hopefully hit the feeds soon, but in the meantime, check out Jon Negroni's spoiler-free instant take of the film right out of the theater.

The Substance premiered earlier this year at Cannes and will be released by Mubi on September 20, 2024 in the U.S. The film was directed and written by Coralie Fargeat (Revenge) and it stars Demi Moore, Margaret Qualley, and Dennis Quaid.

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Interview – Jazmin Jones, Director of 'Seeking Mavis Beacon' Sep 09, 2024

Seeking Mavis Beacon might just be your type. Special guest Jazmin Jones, director and DIY detective behind the new documentary, recently sat down with Jon Negroni for a conversation about online privacy, internet nostalgia, and of course, Letterboxd reviews.

In the late 80s and throughout the 1990s, millions of people for the first time learned how to touch type, that is the style of typing on a computer without looking at the keys, through a software program called Mavis Beacon Teaches Typing. While it went through numerous iterations over the years, Mavis Beacon Teaches Typing featured a Black businesswoman in its tutorials. A woman people assumed was a real person named Mavis Beacon but was in fact someone else entirely. In real life, the original Mavis Beacon was Renee L'Esperance, a Haitian model. And she mysteriously vanished decades ago.

In the new documentary distributed by Neon, titled Seeking Mavis Beacon, director Jazmin Jones and her co-collaborator Olivia McKayla Ross set out to uncover what happened to Renee and why. It's a documentary about who owns and controls our public identities and personas, even in the earliest days of the internet. All the way to the present day, when artificial intelligence continues to poke at these polarizing questions in the name of corporate profit.

Seeking Mavis Beacon premiered at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival and is now playing in limited theaters. Our intro music is "Time goes by slowly" by Ujan Music Radio.

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Beetlejuice Beetlejuice — Instant Take Sep 04, 2024

Our full review of Beetlejuice Beetlejuice will hit the feeds soon, but in the meantime, check out Jon Negroni's spoiler-free instant take of the film right out of the theater.

Beetlejuice Beetlejuice opens in theaters on September 6, 2024. It was directed by Tim Burton and co-written by Alfred Gough and Miles Millar. The cast includes Michael Keaton, Winona Ryder, Catherine O'Hara, Justin Theroux, Monica Bellucci, Jenna Ortega, and Willem Dafoe.

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Summer Movie Recap 2024 Sep 03, 2024

The summer movie season is finally over, and we had some big surprises across the board this year. So this week, the Cinemaholics crunch the numbers and analyze the highs and lows of the box office releases and how this year compares to the last few. Plus we get a chance to dig a little into a few releases we didn't review on the main show and re-litigate a few of the ones we did.

In this episode we looked at a Forbes article by Conor Murray, as well as the Summer Movie Wager website used by the Filmcast. Also, our thumbnail artwork was designed by Jon Negroni and features edited stills from Deadpool and Wolverine, Bad Boys: Ride or Die, Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes, The Fall Guy, The Garfield Movie, IF, Despicable Me 4, Inside Out 2, Twisters, A Quiet Place: Day One, and Longlegs. Our intro music this week is “Wakaba” by Hocoro Beats.

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Alien: Romulus Aug 27, 2024

This week on Cinemaholics, we review Alien: Romulus, the seventh installment in the Alien franchise (not counting the Alien vs. Predator movies for obvious reasons). And this time with Fede Álvarez as director after previously helming the Evil Dead 2013 remake and Don't Breathe in 2016. The cast includes Cailee Spaeny, David Jonsson, Archie Renaux, Isabela Merced, Spike Fearn, and Aileen Wu.

Alien: Romulus opened in theaters on August 16 through 20th Century Studios (Disney) and has a 119-minute runtime. After our review, we play the Rotten Tomatoes Game to see how other critics are evaluating the film and quickly peek into the box office results thus far.

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Borderlands, Dídi, Trap Aug 12, 2024

This week on Cinemaholics, we kick off with a review of Borderlands, directed and co-written by Eli Roth and based on the hit video game no one's really cared much about in about a decade. Next we take a look at Dídi, a Sundance favorite and indie dramedy darling directed by Sean Wang in his directorial debut. Then we finish out the show with Trap, the latest thriller from M. Night Shyamalan, this time starring Josh Hartnett and closing off Shyamalan's unofficial "the kids are not all right" trilogy, which kicked off with Old.

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00:00:00 – Borderlands review
00:27:20 – Dídi review
00:43:20 – Trap review

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Deadpool & Wolverine Aug 05, 2024

Fine, we'll take a stab at reviewing this movie. This week, we revisit the Marvel Cinematic Universe and then some with Deadpool & Wolverine, which stars Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman as...I mean, you get it. Deadpool & Wolverineisn't just the third Deadpool movie, it's also the latest MCU movie (technically?) and effectively a tribute to the 20th Century Fox Marvel movies. The director happens to be Shawn Levy, who also directed...well, we'll get to that, don't worry. The cast also includes (spoilers). The film came out on July 26 through Disney/Marvel and has a 128-minute runtime.

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Inside Out 2 Jun 24, 2024

Talk about emotional stakes. This week, we share our (ahem) feelings on Inside Out 2, the direct sequel to Pixar's breakout hit Inside Out from 2015. This time with Kelsey Mann taking over directorial duties in his debut alongside screenwriters Meg LaFauve and Dave Holstein. The film features the voice talents of Amy Poehler, Phyllis Smith, Lewis Black, Diane Lane, and Kyle MacLachlan from the previous film with newcomers Maya Hawke, Kensington Tallman, Tony Hale, Liza Lapira, Ayo Edebiri, Lilimar, Grace Lu, Sumayyah Nuriddin-Green, Adèle Exarchopoulos, and Paul Walter Hauser. Inside Out 2 opened to huge box office on June 14 and has a 96-minute runtime.

Our intro music this week is “Non Peut-Etre” by daoud.

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Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga Jun 18, 2024

We're definitely not mad or furious! That's right, we're finally discussing Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga, which serves as a prequel to George Miller's triumphant Mad Max: Fury Road from 2015. Miller returns as director of course, this time with Anya Taylor-Joy starring as Furiosa (and Alyla Browne during the character's younger years). The cast also includes Chris Hemsworth, Tom Burke, and Lachy Hulme. Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga opened in theaters on May 24 through Warner Bros.

Our intro music this week is “Tarantino Margarita” by l’eupe.

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The Garfield Movie Jun 17, 2024

It wasn't easy, but we managed to release this episode of Cinemaholics not on a Monday...unless you're on the east coast. Special guest Matt Serafini returns to the show this week to help us review The Garfield Movie, directed by Mark Dindal and featuring the voice, uh, talents of Chris Pratt, oh and also Samuel L. Jackson, Hannah Waddingham, Ving Rhames, Nicholas Hoult, Cecily Strong, Harvey Guillén, Brett Goldstein, Bowen Yang, and Snoop Dogg. It opened in theaters on May 24 through Sony Pictures Releasing. Read Will Ashton's written review of The Garfield Movie here.

Our intro music this week is “Tarantino Margarita” by l’eupe.

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Challengers May 20, 2024

Looks like the ball's in our court. This week we finally discuss Challengers, the newest film directed by Luca Guadagnino (Call Me By Your Name, Suspiria, Bones and All) and written by Justin Kuritzkes. This feisty psychological sports drama stars Zendaya, Josh O'Connor, and Mike Faist as three tennis players with some, ahem, fluid connections that transpire over the course of their respective careers. The film hit theaters in late April through Amazon MGM Studios.

Our intro music this week is “Tarantino Margarita” by l’eupe.

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Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes May 12, 2024

Cinemaholics together strong. That's right, we're talking about Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes this week, the fourth film in the Planet of the Apes prequel reboot franchise, which kicked off with Rise of the Planet of the Apes in 2011. Wes Ball (Maze Runner) takes over as directer with Josh Friedman as the screenwriter, and the cast includes Owen Teague, Freya Allan, Kevin Durand, and Peter Macon.

Our intro music this week is “Tarantino Margarita” by l’eupe.

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Civil War Apr 22, 2024

What kind of Cinemaholic are you? While Jon Negroni is out of the country, Will Ashton and special guest Cory Woodroof hold down the fort, so to speak, and discuss Alex Garland's explosive new film, Civil War. A24's most expensive film to date, and likely to be one of their highest grossers to boot, the war drama stars Kirsten Dunst, Cailee Spaney, Wagner Moura, Stephen McKinley Henderson, Nick Offerman, and Jesse Plemons, and it has had everyone talking since it blew into theaters on April 12. Find out what the Will Forces and The Republic of Cory have to say about this election year blockbuster.

Our intro music this week is “Tarantino Margarita” by l’eupe.

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Oscars 2024 – If We Picked The Winners! Apr 03, 2024

The 96th Academy Awards have exited the building, but we're just getting started on talking Oscars 2024! We discuss the nominees and pick our own winners, while also recapping the "actual" winners from the "actual" ceremony. Will the Cinemaholics agree with the Academy, or even (gasp) each other?! Don't change the channel if you want to find out!

Our intro music this week is the opening television intro for "Sickle & Ebert: If We Picked The Winners" from March 24, 1990.

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Dune: Part Two Mar 28, 2024

This week, we finally discuss the release and reception of Dune: Part Two, directed by Denis Villeneuve. After a delayed release and somewhat botched streaming strategy with the last film, Warner Bros. gave the sci-fi epic another chance to spice up the box office. But does Dune: Part Two fulfill the prophecy of that last film and Frank Herbert's 1965 novel?

Dune: Part Two opened in theaters on March 1. It was directed by Denis Villeneuve, who co-wrote the screenplay with Jon Spaights. The film stars Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, Rebecca Ferguson, Josh Brolin, Dave Bautista, Stellan Skarsgård, Charlotte Rampling, and Javier Bardem, Austin Butler, Florence Pugh, Christopher Walken, Léa Seydoux, and Souheila Yacoub.

Our intro music this week is “Tarantino Margarita” by l’eupe.

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Discussion Points:

Unpacking the backstory of these movies
The delayed release and why streaming too soon didn't work
The Chosen One Trope and how it's subverted
Our general takes on the film and if it's "fulfilling"
Christopher Walken's performance...yay or nay?
Sandworms. That is all.
Adapting Dune to make it more accessible...
Why we care about Paul Atreides
What makes the film immersive and "weird"
Villeneuve's passion for this story
The ideal theatrical experience and impact of the music
What will Villeneuve do next?
Rotten Tomatoes Game: What do critics and audiences generally think?

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Madame Web Mar 18, 2024

It's an unofficial "It Ain't Ogre 'Til It's Ogre" podcast reunion! Special guests Matt Serafini and Chris Sheridan join us this week to discuss Madame Web, starring Dakota Johnson. We delve into the broader multiverse of Sony's Spider-Manmovies and its unholy trinity of "villain movies." Who is Madame Web? What's going on with that ADR? How did this movie actually happen? What are we doing with our lives?!

Madame Web opened in theaters on February 14. It was directed by S.J. Clarkson and the cast also includes Sydney Sweeney, Isabela Merced, Celeste O'Connor, Tahar Rahim, Mike Epps, Emma Roberts, and Adam Scott.

Our intro music this week is “Tarantino Margarita” by l'eupe.

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Discussion Points:

It Ain't Ogre 'Til It's Ogre really is over! We promise!
Sony's plan with Venom, Morbius, and Madame Web, and Kraven and blah blah blah.
The role of Cassie Webb as a plot device character in the comics
The marketing was misleading!
Dakota Johnson's disastrously great press tour for this movie
The plot and the plot holes, the lack of effort, the lack of everything
Enjoying this movie unironically?
Sony's attempts at creating a cinematic universe with its superhero movies have been...
What's next for Sony and Columbia Pictures at this point?
The Rotten Tomatoes Game: what do critics and audiences think?

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Drive-Away Dolls Feb 22, 2024

This week on Cinemaholics, Jon Negroni and Will Ashton discuss the new dark comedy road film Drive-Away Dolls, directed by Ethan Coen — who co-wrote the film with Tricia Cooke — and starring Margaret Qualley, Geraldine Viswanathan, Beanie Feldstein, Colman Domingo, Pedro Pascal, Bill Camp, Matt Damon, and Will Ashton. Will is of course excited to talk about the film since he shows up in it as an extra, along with his car. But Jon expresses some disappointments he had with the movie's script and editing choices.

Drive-Away Dolls opens in theaters on February 23 through Focus Features.

Our intro music this week is “Midnight Swing” by Rudy Raw & yosev

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Discussion Points:

Why our listeners might enjoy working on a film set if that opportunity ever comes their way!
Why some critics stop reviewing films after working in the industry
Jon and Will talk about how Ethan and Joel Coen have fared as solo filmmakers thus far.
Jon explains the setup of Drive-Away Dolls, including its development hell production, and gives some broad criticism while Will defends its humor and political themes.
Will considers the movie quite breezy at just 84 minutes.
Pedro Pascal's role in the film is minimal and does not contribute much to the overall story.
Jon argues the movie suffers from awkward staging and a lack of engagement, making it difficult for viewers to connect with the characters and plot.
Inconsistencies in the script suggest that certain elements may have been cut or altered during production, resulting in a disjointed viewing experience.
Jon describes the movie as a collection of vignettes that vary in quality, with some being entertaining and others falling flat.
Will appreciates the humor of the opening scene and how it made him feel at ease about the rest of the film
Jon's overall takeaway is that Drive-Away Dolls fails to leave a lasting impact and is not particularly memorable.
Audience reactions and reviews for the film are not yet available, but Jon and Will express curiosity about others' opinions.
Jon and Will play the Rotten Tomatoes game for Vacation Friends 2 (for some reason), speculating on its critical and audience scores.
Upcoming topics might include discussions on Madame Web and Bob Marley: One Love, as well as Netflix's live-action adaptation of Avatar: The Last Airbender.

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Argylle Feb 12, 2024

This week on Cinemaholics, Jon Negroni and Will Ashton discuss the film Argyle, a new spy action comedy directed by Matthew Vaughn and starring Bryce Dallas Howard, Sam Rockwell, Bryan Cranston, Catherine O'Hara, Henry Cavill, Sofia Boutella, Dua Lipa, Ariana DeBose, John Cena, and Samuel L. Jackson. They delve into Vaughn's early career, his style, and the potential setup of a "Kingsman" cinematic universe. They also touch on the screenplay by Jason Fuchs and the audience reception of the film.

Argylle opened in theaters on February 2 through Universal Pictures and Apple Original Films.

Our intro music this week is “Ballin'” by Worldtraveller

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Discussion Points:

Matthew Vaughn's early career and filmmaking style
A cinematic universe for Kingsman?
Jason Fuchs' previous screenwriting credits
The bonkers opening scene of Argylle
Analyzing the premise of the film and audience reception
The visuals and budget of Argylle, as well as its box office performance and marketing
Some of the mixed reactions to the film and general audience reception
Influences from Die Hard and Lethal Weapon
Comparison to The Lost City
Tonal inconsistencies and opinions on the "twist"
Chemistry between Bryce Dallas Howard and Sam Rockwell
The overall cast and issues with writing/characterization
Movie length and pacing
Positive aspects of the film
Bryce Dallas Howard's acting/directing career
Vaughn's depiction of female characters
The film's length and climax
Reactions from critics and audiences
Future releases from Apple Original Films

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Poor Things and The Zone of Interest Feb 08, 2024

This week on Cinemaholics, Jon Negroni and Will Ashton discuss the films Poor Things and The Zone of Interest. Both movies have been expanding in theaters nationwide, with many people debating and analyzing the themes of sexuality and feminism in Poor Things, directed by Yorgos Lanthimos and starring Emma Stone, Willem Dafoe, and Mark Ruffalo. As well as the controversial depiction of Aushwitz during the Holocaust in The Zone of Interest, directed by Jonathan Glazer and starring Christian Friedel and Sandra Hüller. And as always, the show finishes out with the Rotten Tomatoes game.

Show Notes:

(Might be about 30 seconds ahead due to ads!)

00:00 – Introduction and Catching Up
02:15 – Will we review Argylle? (yes)
06:00 – Poor Things review
40:35 – The Zone of Interest review
1:03:40 – Rotten Tomatoes Game

Our intro music this week is “Marco Polo” by Glimlip, 9ICK & azayaka

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Discussion Points:

Background on the filmography of Yorgos Lanthimos (comparing his newer and earlier films)
Some of the initial reactions to Poor Things and how it handles sexuality and feminism
Criticism of the film's feminist themes
Background on The Zone of Interest and how it depicts Auschwitz
The length of the film and its impact
The movie's message about complicity and desensitization
Some of the mixed reactions to the film and general audience reception

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Ferrari, Godzilla Minus One, The Boy and the Heron, American Fiction, The Color Purple (and more!) Jan 25, 2024

Welcome back for Part 2 of our catchup on the winter releases we missed while on vacation. We focus mostly on Ferrari, Michael Mann's first film in eight years. As well as Godzilla Minus One, The Boy and the Heron, American Fiction, The Color Purple, and The Zone of Interest, just to name a few!

Show Notes:

(Might be 30 seconds ahead due to ads!)

00:00 – Introduction and Will finished Fingernails
03:35 – Anatomy of a Fall
09:00 – Godzilla Minus One
14:20 – Eileen
18:57 – The Boy and the Heron
25:49 – Origin
30:17 – Wonka
36:23 – American Fiction
43:27 – The Zone of Interest
46:55 – Anyone But You
48:07 – Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom
52:16 – The Iron Claw
56:30 – All of Us Strangers
01:01:48 – Rebel Moon (brief mention)
01:02:34 – Leave the World Behind
01:04:15 – Society of the Snow
01:05:13 – The Boys in the Boat
01:05:55 – The Color Purple
01:11:30 – Ferrari
01:18:20 – Upcoming Movies and Future Episodes

Our intro music this week is “Orient Express” by Mayaewk & AHNAMUSICA.

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Maestro, May December, The Holdovers, Saltburn, Napoleon (and more) Jan 11, 2024

And we're back. After the longest hiatus in Cinemaholics history (and unplanned), the movies didn't stop coming out just because we were away. So this week we catch up on some of the releases that came out while we were away. This is Part 1 of our overall conversation, which will continue with even more flicks in the near future (not five weeks from now, don't worry!)

Movies mentioned in this episode include: Priscillla, All Dirt Roads Taste of Salt, Fingernails, Nyad, Rustin, The Holdovers, Dream Scenario, Perfect Days, Next Goal Wins, May December, Saltburn, Napoleon, Good Burger 2, and Maestro.

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Wish Dec 01, 2023

Turns out streaming is a wish Disney's heart makes. That's right, this week we review Wish, the latest film from Walt Disney Animation Studios and part of the company's 100 year anniversary...for better or worse. The directors are Chris Buck and Fawn Veerasunthorn, with a screenplay written by Jennifer Lee and Allison Moore. The voice cast includes Ariana DeBose, Chris Pine, Alan Tudyk, Angelique Cabral, Victor Garber, Natasha Rothwell, Jennifer Kumiyama, Harvey Guillén, Evan Peters, Ramy Youssef, and Jon Rudnitsky. Wish opened in theaters on November 22 and has a 95-minute runtime.

Our intro music this week is “A Dream Is a Wish Your Makes (From 'Lofi Minnie: Chill')” by Made in M.

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The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes Nov 29, 2023

We can't say we've been hungering for more YA dystopian prequels, but The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes might just have us singing a new tune. So this week on Cinemaholics, we kick off the winter season with some, well, Snow. The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes was directed by franchise mainstay Francis Lawrence and written by Michael Lesslie and Michael Arndt. It's based on Suzanne Collins' 2020 book The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes and the cast includes Tom Blyth, Rachel Zegler, Peter Dinklage, Jason Schwartzman, Hunter Schafer, Josh Andrés Rivera, and Viola Davis. The film opened in theaters on November 17 through Lionsgate and has a 157-minute runtime.

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The Killer Nov 27, 2023

Execution is everything. This week on Cinemaholics, we review The Killer, a new action thriller directed by David Fincher and written by Andrew Kevin Walker — their first collaboration since Seven in 1995 — and based on the eponymous French graphic novels by Alexis "Matz" Nolent and Luc Jacamon. The cast includes Michael Fassbender, Arliss Howard, Charles Parnell, Kerry O'Malley, Sala Baker, Sophie Charlotte, and Tilda Swinton. The Killer premiered at the Venice International Film Festival in September and opened in limited theatrical release on October 27. It's now available to stream on Netflix and has a 118-minute runtime.

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The Marvels Nov 16, 2023

Special guest Alisha Grauso joins the show this week for a review of The Marvels, the 33rd film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The Marvels has been bombing at the box office so far, so we kick off the show by diagnosing some of the problems plaguing the MCU and what they might be cooking up next to right the ship before diving into the review.

Nia DaCosta directed and co-wrote The Marvels alongside Megan McDonnell and Elissa Karasik. The film stars Brie Larson as Captain Marvel, Teyonah Parris as Monica Rambeau, and Iman Vellani as Ms. Marvel. The cast also includes Samuel L. Jackson, Zawe Ashton, Gary Lewis, Park Seo-joon, Zenobia Shroff, Mohan Kapur, and Saagar Shaikh. The Marvels opened in theaters on November 10 through Disney and Marvel Studios. It has a 105-minute runtime.

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Five Nights at Freddy's Nov 11, 2023

Based on the spooky 2014 video game series, Five Nights at Freddy's has taken more than five years just to come out. It was directed by Emma Tammi, who co-wrote the screenplay with Scott Cawthon (creator of the game) and Seth Cuddeback. The cast includes Josh Hutcherson (The Hunger Games), Elizabeth Lail (You), Piper Rubio, Matthew Lillard (Scooby Doo), and Mary Stuart Masterson.

Five Nights at Freddy's is now playing in theaters through Universal Pictures, and you can also stream it on Peacock. It has a 109-minute runtime.

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Killers of the Flower Moon Oct 31, 2023

Special guest Mike Overhulse joins us this week to discuss Killers of the Flower Moon, the latest feature film directed and co-written by Martin Scorsese. And yes, we're talking about the importance of not being Ernest. Killers of the Flower Moon was also co-written by Eric Roth and is based on the eponymous 2017 book by David Grann. Additionally, the ensemble cast includes Leonardo DiCaprio, Robert De Niro, Lily Gladstone, Jesse Plemons, Tantoo Cardinal, John Lithgow, Brendan Fraser, and many more.

The film opened in theaters on October 20 through Paramount Pictures and Apple Original Films, will eventually go to streaming on Apple TV+, and has a 206-minute runtime.

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Totally Killer Oct 28, 2023

Trick or teen, it's time to review a new(ish) teen slasher comedy movie which premiered at Fantastic Fest and later hit Amazon Prime Video in early October. That's right, we're talking about Totally Killer, which stars Kiernan Shipka of Mad Men fame. Totally Killer was directed by Nahnatchka Khan (Always Be My Maybe) and written by David Matalon, Sasha Perl-Raver, and Jen D'Angelo. The cast also includes Olivia Holt and Julie Bowen. It started streaming on October 6 and has a 106-minute runtime.

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The Exorcist: Believer, but also The Caine Mutiny Court-Martial! Oct 12, 2023

This week, we're comparing the most beloved movie ever made by William Friedkin and one of the last movies made by William Friedkin. That's right, The Exorcist: Believer came out recently as a reboot sequel of The Exorcist, which ignores all the subsequent sequels in true Halloween (2018). In addition to our review of that film, we discuss Friedkin's The Caine Mutiny Court-Martial, an adaptation of a 50s play (originally a novel and also a film) set in the modern day. Despite being a "TV movie," it's actually fantastic?

Show Notes

00:00:00 – The Exorcist: Believer
00:30:15 – The Caine Mutiny Court-Martial

The Exorcist: Believer was directed by David Gordon Green, who co-wrote the screenplay with Peter Sattler and story credits that include Green, Scott Teems, and Danny McBride. The cast includes Leslie Odom Jr., Lidya Jewett, Olivia O‘Neill, Jennifer Nettles, Norbert Leo Butz, Ann Dowd, and Ellen Burstyn. The film came out on October 6 through Universal Pictures and Blumhouse Productions, and it has a 111-minute runtime.

The Caine Mutiny Court-Martial was directed and written by William Friedkin, based on Herman Wouk's eponymous 1953 play, itself based on Wouk's 1952 novel The Caine Mutiny. The cast includes Kiefer Sutherland, Jason Clarke, Jake Lacy, Monica Raymund, and Lance Reddick. Additionally, the film premiered at the Venice International Film Festival on September 3 and came out on Paramount+ with Showtime on October 6. It has a 109-minute runtime.

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The Creator Oct 05, 2023

This week, we're watching Cry, Robot. Sorry, it's actually called True Love. Nope, Rogue Two. No...that's not it. Ah! Nirmata—WAIT, The Creator, directed by Gareth Edwards (Godzilla, Rogue One) who co-wrote the film with Chris Weitz. The cast includes John David Washington, Gemma Chan, Ken Watanabe, Sturgill Simpson, Allison Janney, and Madeleine Yuna Voyles. It opened in theaters on September 29 through 20th Century Studios and has a 133-minute runtime.

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Flora and Son Sep 29, 2023

John Carney — director of Once, Begin Again, and Sing Street — is back with a new music-centered, Irish-based romance, but is he striking the same old chords? That's right, we're reviewing Flora and Son this week, which premiered at the Sundance 2023 Film Festival and is just now hitting streaming. We discuss whether or not the movie fine-tunes the Carney formula, plus we look at the critical reaction and play the Rotten Tomatoes Game.

Flora and Son was directed and written by John Carney and features original songs by Carney and Gary Clark. The cast includes Eve Hewson, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Jack Reynor, and Orén Kinlan. It opened in limited theatrical release on September 22 and is now streaming on Apple TV+ (with the exception of Ireland, which will be getting a wide release of the film on February 23, 2024). It has a 97-minute runtime.

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A Haunting in Venice – Also, The Nun II Sep 18, 2023

We don't have a clue as to why Kenneth Branagh loves making these Hercule Poirot movies so much, but it looks like A Haunting in Venice is turning heads. How about ours? In addition to reviewing the latest Agatha Christie murder mystery adaptation featuring, we also sneak in some random asides and analysis of The Nun II, the latest Conjuring-verse movie starring Taissa Farmiga.

A Haunting in Venice was directed by Kenneth Branagh, who also stars in the movie. The screenplay, by Michael Green, is loosely based on Agatha Christie's 1969 novel Hallowe'en Party. It's the third "Herculte Poirot" movie after Murder on the Orient Express and Death on the Nile. The cast includes Kyle Allen, Camille Cottin, Jamie Dornan, Tina Fey, Jude Hill, Ali Khan, Emma Laird, Kelly Reilly, Riccardo Scamarcio, and Michelle Yeoh. The movie opened on September 15 through 20th Century Studios and has a 103-minute runtime.

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Bottoms Sep 14, 2023

This is not another teen movie. That's right, we're finally reviewing Bottoms this week, which is a raunchy teen sex comedy from the people who brought us Shiva Baby and Bodies, Bodies, Bodies. Critics have been loving this one, even though its box office has so far bottomed out, but where do the Cinemaholics stand (or sit?)

Bottoms was directed by Emma Seligman, which she co-wrote with Rachel Sennott. The cast includes Sennott, as well as Ayo Edebiri, Ruby Cruz, Havana Rose Liu, Kaia Gerber, Nicholas Galitzine, Miles Fowler, Dagmara Domińczyk, and Marshawn Lynch. The movie opened on August 25 through MGM and has an 88-minute runtime.

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Gran Turismo: Based on a True Story Sep 06, 2023

We're shifting gears this week to a review of Gran Turismo, which came out a little later than planned (kind of like this episode of Cinemaholics). You're right, it's really Gran Turismo: Based on a True Story, that story belonging to Jann Mardenborough the real life gamer who became a professional race car driver.

Gran Turismo: Based on a True Story was directed by Neill Blomkamp and written by Jason Hall and Zach Baylin. The cast includes Archie Madekwe, David Harbour, Orlando Bloom, Darren Barnet, Emelia Hartford, Geri Halliwell Horner, Djimon Hounsou, and Josha Stradowski. The film came out on August 25 through Sony Pictures Releasing and has a 134-minute runtime.

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Strays Aug 28, 2023

Strays is a new-ish breed of R-rated talking dog comedy, and it's definitely bad...to the bone. But are we making our way poundtown? Pawing fast? Leashes past, and we're Homeward Bound? That's right, we're reviewing Strays this week, plus Jon does a mini-review for Blue Beetle.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Blue Beetle mini review and what else we might cover soon
00:17:15 – Strays

Strays was directed by Josh Greenbaum and written by Dan Perrault. The cast (a mix of voice and live-action) includes Will Ferrell, Jamie Foxx, Randall Park, Will Forte, Harvey Guillén, Rob Riggle, Brett Gelman, Jamie Demetriou, and Sofía Vergara. Strays opened in theaters on August 18 through Universal Pictures and has a 93-minute runtime.

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The Last Voyage of the Demeter and Talk to Me Aug 22, 2023

Special guest Michael Overhulse is down for the count this week in our double review of The Last Voyage of the Demeter and Talk to Me, two horror movies that the boys claim Jon is too scared to watch. Guess they just need a thrill pill.

Show Notes

00:00:00 – Intro (Jon is not here to defend himself)
00:05:00 – The Last Voyage of the Demeter
00:34:35 – Talk to Me

The Last Voyage of the Demeter was directed by André Øvredal and written by Bragi F. Schut Jr. and Zak Olkewicz, adapted from a chapter of Bram Stoker's Dracula. The cast includes Corey Hawkins, Aisling Franciosi, Liam Cunningham, Javier Botet, and David Dastmalchian. The film opened on August 11 through Universal Pictures and has a 119-minute runtime.

Talk to Me was directed by Danny and Michael Philippou in their feature debuts. Danny Philippou also co-wrote the film with Bill Hinzman. The cast includes Sophie Wilde, Alexandra Jensen, Joe Bird, Otis Dhanji, and Miranda Otto. It premiered at the Adelaide Film Festival in 2022 and opened in Australia on July 27. It has a 95-minute runtime.

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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem Aug 14, 2023

This podcast was recorded during the 2023 WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes. Without the labor of the writers and actors currently on strike, the movie being covered here wouldn’t exist.

Wowabunga! Special guest Cory Woodroof joins the show this week for a review of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem, a computer-animated reimagining of the famous pizza-loving turtles from some of the same talent behind Mitchells vs. The Machines.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem was directed by Jeff Rowe, who co-wrote the screenplay with Seth Rogen, Evan Goldberg, Dan Hernandez, and Benji Samit. The voice cast includes Micah Abbey, Shamon Brown Jr., Nicolas Cantu, Brady Noon, Ayo Edebiri, Maya Rudolph, John Cena, Seth Rogen, Rose Byrne, Natasia Demetriou, Giancarlo Esposito, Jackie Chan, Ice Cube, Paul Rudd, Post Malone, and Hannibal Buress. The film opened in theaters on August 2 through Paramount Pictures and has a 100-minute runtime.

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Haunted Mansion (2023) Aug 08, 2023

This podcast was recorded during the 2023 WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes. Without the labor of the writers and actors currently on strike, the movie being covered here wouldn’t exist.

You're not going to believe this, but Disney made another movie based on a theme park ride that barely anyone watched. That's right, we're talking about Haunted Mansion this week, based on the Disneyland attraction and a reboot of the 2003 film starring Eddy Murphy. It's not exactly scaring people into buying a ticket so far, but you better believe we'll exorcise caution in our takes. And most importantly...how does it compare to Muppets Haunted Mansion?

Haunted Mansion was directed by Justin Simien (Dear White People, Bad Hair) and written by Katie Dippold. The film stars LaKeith Stanfield, Tiffany Haddish, Owen Wilson, Danny DeVito, Rosario Dawson, Dan Levy, Jamie Lee Curtis, and Jared Leto (sort of?) The film opened in theaters on July 28 through Walt Disney Pictures and has a 123-minute runtime.

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Oppenheimer Aug 02, 2023

Special guest Parth Sanghvi joins us for the first time ever to review Oppenheimer, Christopher Nolan's follow-up to 2020's Tenet, which for sure came out under normal circumstances. We open the show, however, with a quick visit from a couple old friends and Nolan super-fans before diving into the discussion (00:04:00) and finishing out with the Rotten Tomatoes Game.

Oppenheimer was also written by Nolan and is based on the 2005 biography of J. Robert Oppenheimer, American Prometheus, by Kai Bird and Martin J. Sherwin. The ensemble cast is quite massive, but we'll let you know a few of the heavy hitters: Cillian Murphy (as Oppenheimer himself), Robert Downey Jr., Emily Blunt, Matt Damon, Florence Pugh, Josh Hartnett, Casey Affleck, Rami Malek, Kenneth Branagh, and many more. Oppenheimer opened nationwide on July 21 through Universal Pictures and has a 180-minute runtime.

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Barbie Jul 26, 2023

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Looks like the PG-13 live-action Barbie isn't exactly child's play. That's right, we're taking a close look this week at Barbie, a smash hit at the box office and fourth film by Greta Gerwig, star of such massive projects like "How I Met Your Dad." A fantasy comedy released alongside a far more "serious" Christopher Nolan movie, Barbie has a lot of critics living in a metaphorical dream house this weekend. The "Barbenheimer" double feature phenomenon has definitely overshadowed a lot of the conversation around these individual movies. No longer! We're reviewing these one at a time, starting with...well, you know.

Barbie was co-written by Gerwig and Noah Baumbach and stars Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling. The film also boasts a huge ensemble cast: America Ferrera, Kate McKinnon, Issa Rae, Rhea Perlman, Will Ferrell, Alexandra Shipp, Emma Mackey, Hari Nef, Simu Liu, and many more. It opened nationwide on July 22 through Warner Bros. and has a 114-minute runtime.

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Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One Jul 17, 2023

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Does the seventh Mission: Impossible movie fall off a cliff? That's right, we're reviewing the good, bad, and Tom Cruise of it all in Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One. A movie with as many stunts as it has words in the title. Starting off, we give our takes on how Dead Reckoning Part One, officially one of the most expensive movies ever made, compares to previous installments. Additionally, we play the Rotten Tomatoes game and react to a few popular reviews of the movie on Letterboxd.

Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One was directed by Christopher McQuarrie, who also co-wrote the film with Erik Jendresen. The film stars Tom Cruise, Hayley Atwell, Ving Rhames, Simon Pegg, Rebecca Ferguson, Vanessa Kirby, Esai Morales, Pom Klementieff, Mariela Garriga, and Henry Czerny. It opened nationwide on July 12 through Paramount Pictures and has a 163-minute runtime.

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Joy Ride Jul 13, 2023

More like Ridemaids. That's right, Joy Ride hit theaters this past weekend, and you'll never believe it. An R-rated raunchy comedy with positive reviews didn't make a ton of money at the box office. We know. Super surprising! But because we don't care about the Insidious franchise (and Jon watched Joy Ride twice for some reason), we thought it only fitting to find our cinematic Seoulmate. Well, Jon's at least.

Joy Ride was directed by Adele Lim in her feature directorial debut and she developed the story with screenwriters Cherry Chevapravatdumrong and Teresa Hsiao. The film stars Ashley Park, Sherry Cola, Stephanie Hsu, and Sabrina Wu, Ronny Chieng, Meredith Hagner, David Denman, Annie Mumolo, and Timothy Simons. It opened nationwide on July 7 through Lionsgate Films and has a 95-minute runtime.

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Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny Jul 03, 2023

The Indiana Jones franchise might be out of time, but maybe that's why the fifth and final entry, Dial of Destiny, is about time! And it's about time we review it. Harrison Ford returns, naturally, as the titular adventurer, now in his golden years as the series enters 1969. But you know who doesn't return? Steven Spielberg! Or George Lucas. Since its premiere at Cannes, Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny has certainly divided critics and longtime fans alike. But we'll do our best to excavate our own thoughts on a movie that may or may not belong in a museum.

Dial of Destiny was directed by James Mangold, who co-wrote it with Jez Butterworth, John-Henry Butterworth, and David Koepp. In addition to Ford, the cast includes Phoebe Waller-Bridge, Antonio Banderas, Toby Jones, Boyd Holbrook, Ethann Isidore, John Rhys-Davies, Karen Allen, and Mads Mikkelsen. The film opened nationwide on June 30 through Disney and Lucasfilm and has a 154-minute runtime.

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No Hard Feelings Jun 30, 2023

Raunchy comedies don't come easily. That's right, we're reviewing No Hard Feelings this week, a new film from Gene Stupnitsky, who previously directed Good Boys and co-created Jury Duty. No Hard Feelings marks the return of Jennifer Lawrence to the big screen (if you don't count the limited release of Don't Look Up) since she made us wonder if her agent needs a strict talking-to in 2018's Red Sparrow. We discuss the somewhat divisive comedy, which Lawrence co-produced, and of course finish the show with the Rotten Tomatoes Game.

No Hard Feelings was co-written by Stupnitsky and John Phillips. In addition to Lawrence, the cast includes Andrew Barth Feldman, Laura Benanti, Natalie Morales, Kyle Mooney, Hasan Minhaj, and Matthew Broderick. The film opened nationwide on June 23 through Sony Pictures Releasing and has a 103-minute runtime.

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Elemental Jun 21, 2023

Elemental received a chilly reception at the box office in its opening weekend, and sparks are certainly flying between lovers and haters of Pixar's 27th feature film. Some call it one of Pixar's hottest while others find it to be watered down. So this week we review this force of nature film and discuss what works and doesn't, plus we play the Rotten Tomatoes Game to see how the critical consensus is shaping up.

Elemental was directed by Peter Sohn, a longtime Pixar mainstay who previously directed The Good Dinosaur. Sohn also co-wrote the film with John Hoberg, Kat Likkel, and Brenda Hsueh, with Pete Docter serving as executive producer. The voice cast includes Leah Lewis, Mamoudou Athie, Ronnie del Carmen, Shila Ommi, Wendi McLendon-Covey, and Catherine O'Hara. Elemental premiered at the 76th Cannes Film Festival and was released nationwide through Disney on June 16. The runtime is a breezy 109 minutes.

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The Flash Jun 18, 2023

Special guest Brogan Luke Bouwhis joins us this week to review The Flash, which stars Ezra Miller as the fastest person alive...at avoiding crimes? Anyway, the DCEU is currently being taken over by James Gunn, which makes The Flash a bit of a holdover from another era. That's probably why it has plenty of other eras inside its runtime, because yes, it's a multiverse plot. Comic book movies have no other choice these days. We give our thoughts on the movie, which certainly Vary Allen. We then open up the show for some spoiler discussion (with plenty of warning) then finish the show with the Rotten Tomatoes Game.

The Flash was directed by Andy Muschietti (the It movies) and written by Christina Hodson (Birds of Prey). In addition to Miller, the cast includes Sasha Calle, Michael Shannon, Ron Livingston, Maribel Verdú, Kiersey Clemons, Antje Traue, Michael Keaton, and plenty of spoilery cameos we won't give away. The film opened nationwide on June 16 through Warner Bros and has a 144-minute runtime.

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Asteroid City Jun 15, 2023

On this special bonus episode of Cinemaholics, we discuss Asteroid City, the latest movie from writer/director Wes Anderson. His new feature has a few things in common with his previous one, The French Dispatch, particularly when it comes to his ability to convince almost every recognizable actor in Hollywood to show up. And show up they did for this quirky sci-fi romantic comedy drama about a Junior Stargazer convention in a 50s desert town where events take an alienating turn, so to speak.

Asteroid City was directed and written by Wes Anderson and is based on a story by Anderson and Roman Coppola. The ensemble cast includes Jason Schwartzman, Scarlett Johansson, Tom Hanks, Jeffrey Wright, Tilda Swinton, Bryan Cranston, Edward Norton, Adrien Brody, Liev Schreiber, Hope Davis, Steve Park, Rupert Friend, Maya Hawke, Steve Carell, Matt Dillon, Hong Chau, Willem Dafoe, Margot Robbie, Tony Revolori, Jake Ryan, and Jeff Goldblum. The film premiered at the 2023 Cannes Film Festival and opens in limited release on June 16 through Focus Features. It will later go wide on June 23.

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Transformers: Rise of the Beasts Jun 13, 2023

The Transformers franchise is back, but only sort of? This week on Cinemaholics, we discuss Transformers: Rise of the Beasts. The new film takes place in the 90s and departs from the mainline Transformers movies by Michael Bay. It's maybe barely a sequel to Bumblebee, the prequel we declared as the best Transformers by default in 2018. But this time around the Autobots, still led by Optimus Prime, team up with new allies inspired by the Beast Wars cartoon to stop a worldwide alien threat you probably don't care about. That said, Jon and Will don't fully see eye-to-eye on this one. So stay tuned to hear where they both ultimately land on this transformative new take on the series.

Transformers: Rise of the Beasts was directed by Steven Caple Jr. (Creed II) and written by Joby Harold, Darnell Metayer, Josh Peters, Erich Hoeber, and Jon Hoeber. The cast includes Anthony Ramos and Dominique Fishback in live-action roles, with the voice cast including Ron Perlman, Peter Dinklage, Michelle Yeoh, Liza Koshy, Michaela Jaé Rodriguez, Pete Davidson, Colman Domingo, Cristo Fernández, and Tongayi Chirisa. Plus longtime returning voices to the franchise: Peter Cullen, John DiMaggio, and David Sobolov. The film is being released through Paramount Pictures.

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Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse Jun 06, 2023

We've been bit by the love bug. Special guest Matt Serafini joins us to review Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, the sequel to 2018's Oscar-winning Into the Spider-Verse. Despite being the longest animated film ever made in America, Across the Spider-Verse has been collecting cash across the box office-verse, with both critics and audiences agreeing that this is a sight of a comic book movie to behold. But what do the Cinemaholics think? We start the show with a brief rundown of the movie's backstory, then swing into a spoiler-free review. We do open up for spoilers later on in the show with plenty of warning, and be sure to stick around for this week's Rotten Tomatoes Game.

Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse was directed by Joaquim Dos Santos, Kemp Powers, and Justin K. Thompson. Screenplay by Phil Lord, Christopher Miller (both also as co-producers), and David Callaham. The voice cast includes Shameik Moore, Hailee Steinfeld, Brian Tyree Henry, Luna Lauren Vélez, Jake Johnson, Jason Schwartzman, Issa Rae, Karan Soni, Daniel Kaluuya, Mahershala Ali, Oscar Isaac, and many more.

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The Little Mermaid (2023) – Directed by Rob Marshall May 29, 2023

Well, Disney remade another one of their classic animated movies in live-action format, which means it's time to dive into The Little Mermaid, from the same director of the fourth Pirates of the Caribbean movie. We open the show this week briefly chatting about other movies we're looking forward to this coming month, then it's onto our review and a general look at what's coming next for these Disney live-action remakes. Last, we finish the show with the Rotten Tomatoes Game and a bonus segment looking at a ranking of the Disney live-action remakes according to their RT scores.

The Little Mermaid was directed by Rob Marshall with David Magee as screenwriter. The original story is adapted, loosely, from Hans Christian Andersen's 1837 fairy tale. The film stars Halle Bailey, Jonah Hauer-King, Daveed Diggs, Awkwafina, Jacob Tremblay, Noma Dumezweni, Art Malik, Javier Bardem and Melissa McCarthy. It features new music by Lin-Manuel Miranda and reworked compositions from Alan Menken (who composed the original 1989 animated film).

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Fast X – Directed by Louis Letterier May 24, 2023

The Fast Saga isn't out of gas yet. We're back this week to review Fast X, the tenth installment in the "main" Fast & Furious series of movies starring Vin Diesel as everyone's favorite Family Man. But this isn't just any fast movie. For one thing, it's the eighth most expensive movie of all time. But also, it's the first part of a finale (that might span three films?) promising to bring this franchise to a dead end. This is a spoiler-free review, as usual, and stick around for the end of the show as we play the Rotten Tomatoes Game. Fast X also stars Michelle Rodriguez, Tyrese Gibson, Christopher "Ludacris" Bridges, John Cena, Nathalie Emmanuel, Jordana Brewster, Sung Kang, Scott Eastwood, Daniela Melchior, Alan Ritchson, Helen Mirren, Brie Larson, Rita Moreno, Jason Statham, Jason Momoa, and Charlize Theron. Louis Leterrier directs with Dan Mazeau and Justin Lin (who left the project) co-writing the script.

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BlackBerry – Directed by Matt Johnson May 18, 2023

Time to talk about a movie that really clicks. BlackBerry is a Canadian biographical dramedy that covers the history of the titular phone developed by Research in Motion (RIM) from its meteoric rise starting in the late 90s to its inevitable downfall in the late 2000s. The movie stars Jay Baruchel and Glenn Howerton as the polar opposite co-CEOs, with Matt Johnson as one of the co-founders and true heart of the film. Plus, Johnson also directed BlackBerry and co-wrote the screenplay with Matthew Miller. BlackBerry was adapted from Jacquie McNish and Sean Silcoff's book Losing the Signal: The Untold Story Behind the Extraordinary Rise and Spectacular Fall of BlackBerry. And the rest of the cast includes Rich Sommer, Michael Ironside, Martin Donovan, Michelle Giroux, SungWon Cho, Saul Rubinek, and Cary Elwes.

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Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 May 10, 2023

James Gunn brings it home this week with Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, the 32nd Marvel Cinematic Universe movie. But more importantly, Vol. 3 rounds out what might be Marvel's best trilogy with Gunn out the door to help out DC. Does this latest adventure with the freakin' guardians of the galaxy hit all the right emotional heartbeats? Well, we're here to hash all that out, along with our general thoughts on the Guardians of the Galaxy franchise thus far, and we of course end the show with the Rotten Tomatoes Game. Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 stars (deep breath) Chris Pratt, Zoe Saldaña, Dave Bautista, Karen Gillan, Pom Klementieff, Vin Diesel, Bradley Cooper, Will Poulter, Sean Gunn, Chukwudi Iwuji, Linda Cardellini, Nathan Fillion, and Sylvester Stallone.

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Summer Movie Preview 2023 May 05, 2023

Special guest Cameron Culbertson joins us this week for our annual summer movie preview. That's right, the summer is upon us, and it's time to take a closer look at what Hollywood has in store for us. A new Pixar movie, Elemental, could be a huge turning point in the studio's future. The Flash, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, and Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse could signal a huge turning point for the future of comic book movies. Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny could be a huge turning point for Harrison Ford buying a new Maserati or going for the Chevy Tahoe. And then there's Barbie. We also discuss which summer movie we think will win the box office, list out our most anticipated features, and play a quick, new game.

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Evil Dead Rise Apr 28, 2023

Special guest Ryan Oliver joins Will this week to review Evil Dead Rise, the fifth movie in the Evil Dead franchise, this time written and directed by Lee Cronin (The Hole in the Ground). The horror flick has been a modest hit with critics and audiences alike, but what do our resident dead heads think of this new installment originally destined for HBO Max, along with the rest of the Evil Dead movies? Evil Dead Rise stars Lily Sullivan, Alyssa Sutherland, Morgan Davies, Gabrielle Echols, and Nell Fisher.

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Beau is Afraid Apr 20, 2023

He taught us about grief in Hereditary. He showed us the true horrors of a breakup in Midsommar. And now Ari Aster is back with Beau is Afraid, a movie about how Jon and Will have vastly different tastes. Good thing they're not afraid to voice it. That's right, we review Beau is Afraid this week, the latest A24 surrealist horror from the mind of Ari Aster, starring Joaquin Phoenix as anxiety in human form. The film also stars Nathan Lane, Amy Ryan, Parker Posey, Patti LuPone, Stephen McKinley Henderson, Michael Gandolfini, Zoe Lister-Jones, and plenty more.

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Renfield Apr 19, 2023

Special guest Clint Worthington joins us this week to review Renfield, which stars Nicolas Cage as Dracula and Nicholas Hoult as his familiar titular familiar Renfield. Directed by Chris McKay (The Lego Batman Movie, The Tomorrow War), Renfield is a horror action comedy with tons of horror, action, and comedy, but does it work as a movie? The Cinemaholics are split on this one, and it won't be a toothless fight. The film also stars Awkwafina, Ben Schwartz, Shohreh Aghdashloo, and Brandon Scott Jones.

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The Super Mario Bros. Movie Apr 13, 2023

Special guest Matt Serafini joins us this week to review The Super Mario Bros. Movie. For the first time in 30 years, Nintendo is back on the big screen (no, Detective Pikachu doesn't count). And they've even teamed up with Illumination to bring the iconic video game plumber to the big screen, this time as a computer-animated film more faithful to the basic structure of the original games. But also with loads of easter eggs and set pieces that celebrate the Mario video game franchise over the last few decades. Critics have been pretty harsh with the film while general audiences are eating it up like mushrooms. But what in the Super Mario World do the Cinemaholics think? Get ready for one of our nerdiest episodes in a long while.

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Air Apr 06, 2023

You can consider us MVPs (most virtual podcasters) this week as we review Air, the latest film directed by Ben Affleck. Yes, Ben is BACK, and he co-stars with Matt Damon in this 80s-set biographical drama from Amazon about how Nike signed with then-rookie Michael Jordan to create the Air Jordan shoe line against all odds. The movie also stars Jason Bateman, Marlon Wayans, Chris Messina, Chris Tucker, and Viola Davis. Is this movie a shoe-in for some Oscars? Is Affleck back in step? Will it be nothing but profit? Will Jon and Will calm down on the basketball puns which were cheap layups from the start?

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Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves Apr 03, 2023

Welcome to the party. This week on Cinemaholics, we review Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves, a new film adaptation of the classic tabletop game. Directed by Jonathan Goldstein and John Francis Daley (Game Night), Dungeons & Dragons blends medieval fantasy action with high-concept comedy, and with a game cast, no less. Chris Pine, Michelle Rodriguez, Regé-Jean Page, Justice Smith, Sophia Lillis, and Hugh Grant are all here rolling the dice on this being the next big blockbuster franchise. But we're a bit divided on this one being a quest worth taking. It's a Cinemaholics battle for the ages.

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John Wick: Chapter 4 Mar 29, 2023

Yeah, we're thinking John Wick is back. That's right, we review John Wick: Chapter 4 this week on Cinemaholics, once again starring Keanu Reeves as the hitman with one name. Chad Stahelski returns as director, and Ian McShane, Laurence Fisbhurne, and Lance Reddick (who recently passed away, sadly) come back as well. But we have new characters, including Donnie Yen, Bill Skarsgård, Hiroyuki Canada, Shamier Anderson, and Rina Sawayama. We also do a spoiler section at the end of the show to discuss the future of the John Wick franchise and its upcoming spinoffs.

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Shazam! Fury of the Gods Mar 23, 2023

A movie about imposter syndrome? Put us in, coach. That's right, we're talking Shazam! Fury of the Gods this week, which is the sequel to 2019's action superhero comedy Shazam! David F. Sandberg returns as director and Zachary Levi returns as a superhero with the power of Greek gods who is secretly a teenager (Asher Angel). We discuss our thoughts on the film itself, as well as the box office and critical reception, which has been raising eyebrows. Plus we go over the future of DC superhero movies in the wake of James Gunn's creative takeover at Warner Bros.

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Interview — Zach Braff, director of 'A Good Person' Mar 22, 2023

Zach Braff's new movie, A Good Person, stars Florence Pugh and Morgan Freeman as two very different people thrust into an unlikely friendship in the wake of a horrific tragedy. This tender dramedy is Braff's fourth feature film, though the Scrubs actor has recently directed episodes of Ted Lasso, Shrinking, and more.

I sat down with Braff in San Francisco to talk about the film and what went in to making it. He discusses the grief and tragedy in his own life that formed the story, his longtime love of model trains, how he feels about directing movies he's not starring in, and a whole lot more. You can find a transcription of this interview here.

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Oscars 2023 – If We Picked the Winners! Mar 20, 2023

Oscars season is over, but we're just getting started. That's right, it's time for our annual "If We Picked the Winners!" episode, inspired by the Roger Ebert and Gene Siskel broadcast from the 80s and 90s (which is our intro music). And yes, we usually do this episode before the official ceremony, but you'll have to listen to find out about all that drama. We go over the nominations for the Academy Awards (Oscars 23) and pick our own winners in each category, plus this year we have the opportunity to mention who actually won and if we agree, you get the idea. Let the popularity contest begin!

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Scream VI Mar 16, 2023

You wanna listen to a review of a scary movie? Well, too bad. We're reviewing Scream VI this week, which is only allegedly scary. That's right, a new Scream movie has hit cinemas just a year after the "legacy sequel" of Scream V or Scream (2022), you get the idea. Melissa Barrera and Jenna Ortega return for another slasher mystery matchup against Ghostface, this time in New York City! Hope you have fun.

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Creed III Mar 08, 2023

Is Creed III a knockout for the trilogy? That's right, the Rocky franchise is back, this time with Michael B. Jordan directing and adding some anime influence to the fight choreography. Jonathan Majors is here, too, and we definitely have some thoughts on the evolution of these movies and where they might go next. Also, Jon is back from his vacation in Japan, so take a look at this week's theme music. It's about as subtle as a Rocky movie.

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Cocaine Bear Mar 06, 2023

Special guest Mike Overhulse from the Mad Men Men podcast joins the show while Jon is on vacation and thank goodness. Jon can't handle Cocaine Bear. He's not cool enough to hang at that Cocaine Bear party. Elizabeth Banks, director of Cocaine Bear, went out of her way to leave Jon off the invite list for Cocaine Bear. Fortunately, Will and Mike are here to talk about Cocaine Bear.

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Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania Feb 19, 2023

Honey, Marvel shrunk our expectations! This week on Cinemaholics, it's time for another movie set in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The 31st one, to be exact. Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania sees the return of Scott Lang (Paul Rudd) and Hope Van Dyne (Evangeline Lilly) bringing the whole fam (Michael Douglas, Michelle Pfeiffer, Kathryn Newton) on a cross-dimensional trek through the Quantum Realm. Only to go toe-to-toe with the next big Marvel baddie, Kang the Conqueror (Jonathan Majors).

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Skinamarink Feb 16, 2023

Some people would say Cinemaholics is a nightmare, too. This week on the show, we finally review Skinamarink, an experimental micro-budget indie horror film that has seen relatively huge box office success thanks to a viral online push. And now it's on Shudder! We start the show with a brief review of Magic Mike: The Last Dance, which Will recently watched. Plus we relitigate our long-standing debate on whether or not it's sacrilegious to watch horror movies in the morning.

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00:00:00 – Magic Mike: The Last Dance mini review
00:13:15 – Skinamarink review

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Knock at the Cabin Feb 09, 2023

Sure, we're split on this movie, but it's not the end of the world...right? This week on Cinemaholics, we review Knock at the Cabin, the latest feature film from writer/director M. Night Shyamalan, which is based on the book The Cabin at the End of the World by Paul G. Tremblay. Starring Dave Bautista, Jonathan Groff, Ben Aldridge, Rupert Grint, and more, Knock at the Cabin sure has a lot of critics answering the door in some way or another. But what do we think? You'll have to "Make The Choice" and listen to find out.

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80 for Brady Feb 08, 2023

Special guest Cory Woodroof joins the show for a bonus review of 80 for Brady, a new senior comedy produced by Tom Brady that is all about...Tom Brady! Taking a step back in time to the 2017 Super Bowl, when Brady was still with the New England Patriots, 80 for Brady is more than just a vanity project. It's a vanity project from Paramount Pictures! The film stars Lily Tomlin, Jane Fonda, Rita Moreno, and Sally Field, along with Billy Porter, Rob Corddry, Alex Moffat, and (you guessed it) Guy Fieri.

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Infinity Pool and Sundance 2023 Feb 01, 2023

Brandon Cronenberg is back at Sundance with Infinity Pool, which just hit theaters and is already making a bloody splash. We discuss our varying opinions on his sci-fi horror follow-up to Possessor, which stars Alexander Skarsgård, Mia Goth, and Cleopatra Coleman. We kick off the show this week with some off-topics, including listener feedback for Women Talking, a listener request to quickly chat about Bones and All, and our coverage of the 2023 Sundance Film Festival.

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00:00:00 – "It Ain't Ogre 'Til It's Ogre" is now Ogre
00:08:05 – Listener feedback for Women Talking
00:14:45 – Bones and All mini review
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Women Talking and the 2023 Oscar Nominations Jan 26, 2023

We're pulling a Ben Wishaw this week and talking when we're not supposed to. That's right, Women Talking just hit wide release, so it's time for our belated review of the star-studded Sarah Polley film recently nominated for Best Picture and Best Adapted Screenplay at the Oscars, with standout performances from Rooney Mara, Claire Foy, Jessie Buckley, and plenty more. And speaking of the Academy Awards, we discuss the announced nominations and which films we haven't seen yet, what didn't make the cut, and what we're expecting for the upcoming ceremony.

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00:00:00 – Off-Topics
00:08:15 – Oscars 2023 nominations
00:38:10 – Women Talking review

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Top 10 Films of 2022 Jan 19, 2023

With a new year upon us, it's time to reflect back on our favorite movies of 2022. As usual, we discuss which films fell into our respective lists and why, plus we dig into honorable mentions and general thoughts on the year at large. From intimate animated re-imaginings like Guillermo del Toro's Pinocchio to the long-awaited return of Todd Field with Tár, 2022 had no shortage of stellar movies to sift through. Especially if you wanted to see them in a packed theater.

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A Man Called Otto Jan 12, 2023

The Upside called and wants its January counter-programming American remake marketing campaign back. That's right, we're reviewing A Man Called Otto this week, which hits wide release tomorrow through Sony/Columbia. The Pittsburgh-set movie stars Tom Hanks as (you guessed it) Otto, and the Cinemaholics have a wonderful time debating Hanks' performances over the last year. We also discuss (briefly) Marc Forster's filmography thus far and how this new movie compares to A Man Called Ove, the original Swedish adaptation of the book by Fredrik Backman.

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M3GAN Jan 10, 2023

This year's January horror blockbuster isn't child's play. Dollhouse? No, it's from Blumhouse! That's right, this week we're welcoming M3GAN into The Hollywood franchise family. Directed by Gerard Johnstone (Housebound) and written by Akela Cooper (Malignant), M3GAN stars Allison Williams as a genius toy inventor who tests out a life-size doll with artificial intelligence on her depressed niece (Violet McGraw). Hijinks ensue! We discuss the film's surprisingly brilliant marketing campaign, and we may or may not overanalyze the emotional intelligence of this seemingly disposable schlock. We had fun, basically.

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The Whale Jan 07, 2023

The Whale stars Brendan Fraser in his triumphant return to the big screen, but it's also a notable return for Darren Aronofsky, whose last film mother! (2017) still has a lot of folks scratching their heads. No matter. Based on the 2012 play by Samuel D. Hunter (who writes the screenplay for his own adaptation), The Whale has emerged as an awards favorite for Brendan Fraser and A24, as well as a notable showcase for Sadie Sink and Hong Chau. But critics are certainly split. Are the Cinemaholics split as well? Tune in now to find out in this special bonus episode of the podcast.

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Puss in Boots: The Last Wish Jan 04, 2023

Looks like the Shrek franchise still has a few lives left. This week on the show, special guests Matt Serafini and Chris Sheridan of It Ain’t Ogre ‘Til It’s Ogre return to Cinemaholics yet again to help us review Puss in Boots: The Last Wish, the sequel(?) spinoff(?) to Puss in Boots from 2011. Almost everyone is a huge fan of the DreamWorks movie, which is getting lots of love from fans and critics. But one contrarian has their claws out for this one, so we should all be praying for mercy.

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Babylon Dec 28, 2022

Damien Chazelle is back, and he sure isn't silent. This week on the podcast, we review Babylon, the latest film from the director of La La Land, Whiplash, and yes, First Man, a movie that did come out. Babylon is a super-long ode to the silent film era of Hollywood and making movies in general, which is definitely original. The movie stars Margot Robbie, Diego Calva, Brad Pitt, and many more. We also open the show with some conversation around the box office for Avatar: The Way of Water, which we reviewed last week if you blue your chance to listen.

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00:00:00 – The Avatar 2 box office
00:18:20 – Babylon review

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Avatar: The Way of Water Dec 16, 2022

We're blue and we're feeling all right. That's right, we're reviewing a James Cameron film for the first time on Cinemaholics! About time. Avatar: The Way of Water (or Avatar 2) is the sequel to Cameron's titanic hit that wasn't Titanic. Will it be the highest grossing movie of all time, just like its predecessor? We discuss the film's story and buzzed-about spectacle effects, but we also kick off this week's show with an extended segment about the "streaming wars." Has the golden age of streaming ended? Let's talk about it.

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00:00:00 – Is the streaming era in trouble?
00:20:00 – Avatar: The Way of Water review

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Guillermo del Toro's Pinocchio Dec 14, 2022

Hollywood has been on a Pinocchio tear lately, but we might've found the good one. This week on Cinemaholics, we're reviewing Guillermo del Toro's Pinocchio, a stop-motion animated version of the classic tale set in 1930s and streaming on Netflix. We kick things off with what is most likely our first conversation about football on this podcast (don't worry, it's brief). And we do a short segment on why awards-season movies are struggling to gain traction at the box office this year.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Awards-season movies are tanking?
00:12:55 – Guillermo del Toro's Pinocchio review

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Violent Night Dec 06, 2022

Special guest Matt Donato joins us this week for a Christmas movie. But not just any Christmas movie. David Harbour plays a butt-kicking Santa Claus in the ultraviolent Violent Night, an action-comedy send-up to classics like Die Hard and Home Alone. Are we on the naughty list when it comes to liking this movie for its sick pleasures? Either way, this movie isn't getting a lump of coal from either of us this week. Violent Night is now playing in theaters, distributed by Universal.

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Glass Onion, The Fabelmans Dec 03, 2022

We have a double bonus review for you all this week, but with a twist. In addition to reviewing Glass Onion and The Fabelmans, we discuss Hollywood's ongoing box office woes, particularly when it comes to Netflix's business model and Disney's rough rollout of Strange World. First up, we discuss Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery, the spinoff/sequel of Knives Out, also directed of course by Rian Johnson and featuring the return of Daniel Craig as Benoit Blanc, the world's greatest detective not named Batman, along with a huge, star-studded ensemble cast. Then we go back in time to the childhood of Steven Spielberg, in his new awards-friendly semi-autobiographical drama The Fabelmans, which stars Michelle Williams and Paul Dano as his parents of a different name.

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00:00:00 – Off-Topics
00:11:55 – Glass Onion review
01:07:10 – The Fabelmans review

Intro Music: “Traces” by Glimlip & Freddie Kane

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It Ain't Cinemaholics 'Til It's Cinemaholics Nov 30, 2022

On our 300th episode of Cinemaholics, we're doing something even weirder than usual! It's time for a crossover with our friends Matt Serafini and Chris Sheridan over at It Ain't Ogre 'Til It's Ogre. We chat about the movies and pop culture we've discussed over the last several years, podcasting in general, and a bunch of other random stuff. It's a fun time.

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Disney Channel’s Theme: A History Mystery – Interview with Kevin Perjurer, Creator of Defunctland Nov 28, 2022

On a special bonus episode of Cinemaholics, Cory Woodroof and Jon Negroni sit down with Kevin Perjurer, creator of the popular YouTube channel, Defunctland. Perjurer recently released his latest feature-length documentary, Disney Channel's Theme: A History Mystery, which uses modern noir storytelling to investigate the origins of a particularly notorious theme song. We also chat about the artistic legacy of documentary filmmaking, the future of YouTube-based videos, and even some mild chatter about Disney's recent CEO shake-up

The intro theme music at the beginning of the show is “The First Evening,” from the composer Alexander Lasarenko on his album, Noir. The audio bumper before the interview is an archived sample of Disney Channel’s wand intro. You can find more episodes of Cinemaholics and our other podcasts here.

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The Menu Nov 24, 2022

Special guest Ema Sasic joins us this week for a feast of a bonus review. That's right, we're discussing The Menu, a dark comedic thriller directed by Mark Mylod (Succession) and starring Anya Taylor-Joy, Ralph Fiennes, Nicholas Hoult, and plenty more. We kick off the show with a brief appetizer covering some awards season releases we currently have our hungry eyes on. As for the review itself, this is a spoiler-free discussion, but after we play the Rotten Tomatoes Game, we give you a head start to step away so we can chat about the film's ending.

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00:00:00 – Intro
00:05:35 – The Menu review

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The Banshees of Inisherin – Talk About an Irish Goodbye! Nov 22, 2022

We’ve been counting down the days to this review on our fingers. That’s right, it’s time for our long-awaited, belated review of The Banshees of Inisherin, the latest film from Martin McDonagh (In Bruges, Three Billboards Outside Ebbing Missouri). Set on a fictional island off the coast of Ireland circa 1923, The Banshees of Inisherin stars Colin Farrell and Brendan Gleeson as best friends who stop being friends one day for reasons one of them can’t understand. It’s basically a prophecy for where this podcast is headed. We kick off the show with some off-topics, like Disney’s CEO shuffle and some brief talk around new movies we’ll be tackling in the future.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Off-Topics: Bob Iger is back at Disney, Other new movies this week, Jon recommends Spirited and Wednesday
00:21:35 – The Banshees of Inisherin review

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Black Panther: Wakanda Forever – Is This Your Sequel? Nov 15, 2022

Special guest Adonis Gonzalez joins us this week for a review of Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, the sequel to Marvel's Black Panther from 2018. Since Chadwick Boseman's tragic death in 2020, many have wondered what the future of this franchise might hold without its main star, even with much of the rest of the cast returning along with Ryan Coogler as director and co-writer. As always, we end the show with the Rotten Tomatoes Game and mull over what we might review next week.

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TÁR — Cate Blanchett Keeps Raising the Bár Nov 08, 2022

Todd Field is back, and so are we. In his first film since Little Children in 2006, the acclaimed director is already taking Oscar season by storm with TÁR, a psychological drama starring Cate Blanchett as Lydia Tár, one of the most interesting movie characters of the year. We kick off the show this week with some big news, and no not just about pizza wars. We also catch up on some of the films we've seen lately and what we're hoping to catch by week's end. We're not exactly podcasting maestros, but at least we know how to compose ourselves.

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00:00:00 – Intro/Off-Topics
00:17:00 – TÁR review

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Decision to Leave – Oldboy, New Tricks Nov 01, 2022

Park Chan-wook is here to stay. That's right, this week we're reviewing Decision to Leave, the latest film from Park Chan-Wook, director of Oldboy, Stoker, and The Handmaiden. We discuss this South Korean neo-noir mystery thriller starring Park Hae-il as a murder-obsessed police detective struggling to control his attraction to a suspect in a murder investigation (Tang Wei). But we of course kick off the show with voicemails from the listeners and some brief chitchat about what's playing in theaters right now.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Intro/Off-Topics
00:09:10 – Pizza War Voicemails
00:21:25 – Decision to Leave review

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House of the Dragon – Featuring Maester Julia Teti Oct 28, 2022

House of the Dragon just finished its first season, and special guest Julia Teti is here to talk about it! Building off of the massive success of HBO's Game of Thrones (that last season, besides), House of the Dragon returns viewers to the world of Westeros, based on the novels by George R.R. Martin, specifically as a prequel series set nearly 200 years before the adventures of Jon Snow and Daenerys Targaryen. We discuss how House of the Dragon differs from its predecessor, either successfully or less so, and analyze what the show is saying about gender, power, and our attention spans for bloody high fantasy. Also, be sure to check out Julia's recap of the finale for The Daily Beast right here.

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Black Adam – We Live in a Justice Society Oct 26, 2022

If you say "Shazam," you know us Cinemaholics will show up, albeit as the darker, grittier versions of ourselves. Are we smelling what the Rock is cooking in his cinematic kitchen this time? That's right, Dwayne Johnson is officially a live-action superhero (though when hasn't he, really?), making his DCEU debut in Black Adam. But this isn't your older brother's best friend from college Dwayne Johnson. No, he's glowering. Oh, and murdering people a lot. Hear what we have to say about this movie, along with the expected — nay, inevitable — continuation of the only global conflict anyone can seem to talk about these days. The Pizza Wars.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – The Pizza Wars (Pt. II)
00:06:10 – Black Adam review

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Halloween Ends – Is this a trick or treat? Oct 19, 2022

Give me some good film to eat. Speaking of food, before we get into our review of Halloween Ends — the third in David Gordon Green’s requel trilogy — your two least favorite film review podcasters discuss the Pizza Wars. Which of the big four is the least bad? It’s our contentious and most disgusting debate yet. And then we talk about Jamie Lee Curtis and Michael Myers and Halloween and franchises and all that other holiday goodness.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – The Pizza Wars
00:11:05 – Halloween Ends review

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Amsterdam – David O. Russell, Where Art Thou? Oct 11, 2022

Special guest Mike Zur joins us this week to review Amsterdam, the latest film directed and written (and produced) by David O. Russell. Starring Christian Bale, Margot Robbie, John David Washington, and many many other familiar faces, the film has been tanking at the box office, marking a true low point for the once celebrated director. But what do the Cinemaholics think? Who cares? Because at the beginning of the show, we talk about what's really been on everyone's mind this week, at least in the movie world. That's right, we're going to talk about the new The Super Mario Bros. Movie trailer. Mamma Mia, here we go again!

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – The Super Mario Bros. Movie trailer
00:20:40 – Amsterdam review

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Bros – Not a Straight Up Rom-Com Oct 06, 2022

Just a couple bros over here, talking about Bros, a new romantic comedy directed by Nicholas Stoller (Forgetting Sarah Marshall, Neighbors) and starring and co-written by Billy Eichner (who also serves as executive producer). Eichner plays a depressed podcaster — save the jokes, they're too easy — who reluctantly starts up a relationship with a guy who is seemingly his opposite, played by Luke Macfarlane.

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Smile – Turn that Trauma Upside Down Oct 05, 2022

We're smiling though our hearts are aching. That's because this week on the show, we're reviewing Smile, a new horror film from Parker Finn in his feature directorial debut. Starring Sosie Bacon, Kyle Gallner, and Jessie T. Usher, Smile won big at the box office this weekend, right on time for spooky season. We kick off the show with some conversation around the box office results and why we think Bros underperformed (review coming soon). Also, Will takes us aside for a brief chat about two other movies he caught this week: Catherine Called Birdy and The Munsters.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Why is Bros struggling at the box office?
00:12:55 – Will briefly shares his thoughts on Catherine Called Birdy and The Munsters
00:27:15 – Smile review

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Don't Worry Darling – Welcome to Unpleasantville Sep 28, 2022

Harry Styles over substance? Now that's Olivia Wilde. Don't worry, darling, we're almost Florence Pugh with these puns, even though we're on a Nick Kroll. We promise to stay in our Kiki Layne...we know you Chris Pine for them. That's right, this week we're stepping into a strange and dangerous place...the second film directed by Olivia Wilde! Don't Worry Darling is a psychological thriller that has been the talk of tinsel town since its gossip-fueled premiere at the Venice International Film Festival. But what about the movie itself? Do we spit on it? You'll have to be the judge of us being the judges.

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The Woman King – Why It Rules Sep 21, 2022

Ain't nothin' in the rulebook says a woman can't be king. That's right, this week we're discussing The Woman King, the latest film from Gina Prince-Bythewood, director of Love and Basketball and The Old Guard. Her latest is an action war epic released through Sony and starring Viola Davis as the seasoned leader of an all-female warrior unit protecting the West African kingdom of Dahomey in 1820. Lashana Lynch plays one of her most gifted fighters, along with Thuso Mbedu as the troublesome upstart who just started her training and John Boyega as their contemplative king. We kick off the show with a brief discussion of Clerks III, and we have to apologize for some audio issues that came up during the recording that we couldn't fully fix.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Intro and brief thoughts on Clerks III
00:19:35 – The Woman King review

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Disney's Pinocchio (2022) – Boy Story Sep 17, 2022

We're getting three Pinocchio movies this year for some reason, so this week on the show we're talking about the one from Robert Zemeckis. Now streaming on Disney+, Pinocchio is a live-action remake of the 1940 classic that gave the mouse house its theme song. But can we see the corporate strings on this, ahem, wooden straight-to-streaming rehash starring Tom Hanks, Cynthia Erivo, and Luke Evans, featuring the voice talents of Benjamin Evan Ainsworth, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, and Keegan-Michael Key? Anyway, #JusticeforFigaro.

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Barbarian – Zach Cregger's Twisted Bottle Flick Sep 14, 2022

Special guest Ryan Oliver joins the show this week for a bonus review of Barbarian, the newest film from Zach Cregger of Whitest Kids U Know Fame and of course, like we all remember in detail, Miss March. The horror film stars Georgina Campbell, Bill Skarsgård and Justin Long, and many critics are considering it this year's Malignant. Is that an accurate assessment? Hell if I know, since I wasn't on this recording and haven't seen the movie. But I'm sure Will Ashton and Ryan Oliver have a wonderful conversation about how I was too scared to watch Barbarian, which is now playing in theaters through 20th Century Studios.

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Funny Pages – Is Owen Kline Drawing from His Own Life? Sep 06, 2022

The dream of the 90s (or early 2000s?) is dead in Funny Pages. That’s right, we’re discussing the feature directorial debut of Owen Kline, son of Kevin Kline and Phoebe Cates. Co-produced by the Safdie Brothers, Funny Pages is a grimy dark comedy from A24 starring Daniel Zolghadri (Eighth Grade) as a teenage cartoonist who ditches his boring suburban life to try and make it on his own in the city. We open the show with a quick rundown of how you, the listeners, chose Funny Pages as our review this week over Rings of Power, and we think that’s pretty funny (in a good way).

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Three Thousand Years of Longing – George Miller Djinned up a New Movie Aug 30, 2022

We're here to grant your cinematic wishes. Though based on this week's box office, you wished for a different movie...This week we're covering George Miller's latest film since Mad Max: Fury Road, the "existential adult fairy tale" Three Thousand Years of Longing, which stars Tilda Swinton and Idris Elba. We begin the show with some off-topics, including Jon's more positive take on Bodies Bodies Bodies, plus some chit chat around what we should review next week and what we missed in August. We then kick off our main review with a brief discussion around George Miller's filmography before diving into one of the most unusual mid-size budget movies of 2022. Or just movies in general, really.

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00:00:00 – Intro & Off-Topics
00:09:45 – Three Thousand Years of Longing review

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Beast & Bodies Bodies Bodies – 90-minute Thrills and Kills Aug 23, 2022

Special guest Michael Guarnieri joins Cinemaholics to (in Will's words) "replace Jon Negroni while he's still on his honeymoon for some reason, what a clown" (again, Will's words). First up, Idris Elba! He's in a new thriller called Beastfrom Universal and director Baltasar Kormákur, and it's been getting surprisingly solid reviews considering its release schedule, but are the Cinemaholics going wild about it? Next up is Bodies Bodies Bodies from A24, the much-talked-about dark horror comedy from director Halina Reijn starring Amandla Stenberg, Maria Bakalova, Rachel Sennott, Lee Pace, and yes, amazingly, Pete Davidson. And last, you didn't think we'd miss a chance to talk about the last few episodes of The Rehearsal, did you? You did? OK, sorry, didn't prepare ourselves for that answer. Regardless, we talk about the last few episodes of Nathan Fielder's mind-breaking "who needs a fourth wall?" HBO series, The Rehearsal.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Beast review
00:26:00 – Bodies Bodies Bodies review
00:45:35 – The Rehearsal finale review

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The Rehearsal – Nathan For You...Or Against You? Aug 16, 2022

The Rehearsal is a new HBO series from the mind of Nathan Fielder, whose Comedy Central show Nathan For Youcontinuously tested the limits of what you can get people to say and do when you put a camera in front of them. Fielder's perhaps twisted mission to break the rules of television has got us wanting to break some rules, too, which is why we're talking about a show this week instead of a movie!

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Bullet Train – All Aboard the Murder Express Aug 05, 2022

A star-studded R-rated action comedy blockbuster that isn't a sequel? Or part of a larger franchise? Without superheroes? From David Leitch, the uncredited co-director of John Wick? And Brad Pitt as the lead? Being funny? And you said this isn't from Tarantino? Or Guy Ritchie? You said it's called Bullet Train? Sony made this?! Are you sure this isn't a franchise? Oh, it's based on a book? Does it read the room? No one seems to care? Oh, some people care? Did she care when she broke my heart? I already know the answer to that question? Impossible to say, regardless? Brian Tyree Henry is in this, too?

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Marcel the Shell with Shoes On – The Best Summer Movie No One Watched Aug 02, 2022

What if A24 made a Toy Story movie? It probably wouldn't be too different from their latest indie darling, Marcel the Shell with Shoes On, directed and co-written by Dean Fleischer Camp. Based on Camp's viral YouTube videos from over a decade ago — with Jenny Slate returning to voice Marcel and co-write the screenplay — Marcel the Shell is probably the most millennial movie we've seen lately, but apparently no one else caught it on the big screen this summer based on the box office tally. But before we close out the season, let's discuss your divorced uncle's favorite kids' film.

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Nope – Jordan Peele's Don't Look Up Jul 26, 2022

Hold your horses. Special Guest Adonis Gonzalez rides into the show on the internet equivalent of horseback this week to talk with us about Nope, a new sci-fi horror film directed and written by Jordan Peele. Is it as good as Get Out and Us? We'll have to discuss. Don't worry, we open the show with a spoiler-free conversation about the film, then we play the Rotten Tomatoes Game and finish things out with a special spoiler section.

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Synopsis for Nope

WHAT'S A BAD MIRACLE? Residents in a lonely gulch of inland California bear witness to an uncanny, chilling discovery. [Source: Letterboxd]

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Where the Crawdads Sing – A Bogged Down Adaptation Jul 19, 2022

Special guest Trisha Ashton joins us for the first time to help us review Where the Crawdads Sing, which is the film adaptation of the bestselling novel by Delia Owens. Trisha doesn't just boast being related to cohost Will Ashton, she is also an expert on the book, so she helps us unpack the differences and expectations between the two formats. The film stars Daisy Edgar-Jones as Kya, a recluse in the Carolina marshes who gets caught up in a murder mystery during the late 1960s.

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Thor: Love and Thunder – Why are Critics Love and Hate? Jul 12, 2022

Special guest Bryan Young (/Film, Full of Sith) rainbow bridges their way to the show this week to help us stormbreak new ground on Thor: Love and Thunder, the 29th film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe and fourth Thor film (amazingly). Chris Hemsworth is still Thor, no surprise there, but we do see the return of some other familiar faces — Tessa Thompson as Valkyrie, Taika Waititi as Korg, and Jane Foster as...the Mighty Thor?! Plus some new faces include Christian Bale as Gorr the God Butcher and Russel Crowe as Zeus. Is Love and Thunder as good or better than Thor: Ragnarok? Let's find out. We open the show with some general thoughts on the MCU's Phase 4, then dive right into the spoiler-free movie review. Then we of course play the Rotten Tomatoes game and do a quick spoiler-filled section at the very end. It's...thundering time? Hammer time? Eat our hammers.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Marvel's "Phase 4"
00:10:35 – Thor: Love and Thunder review

Intro Music: “Limited Time Only (feat. Yasper)” by Glimlip, Søren Søstrom & Soul Food Horns

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Minions: The Rise of Gru – The One Where Minions Reproduce Jul 05, 2022

Special guests Matt Serafini and Chris Sheridan join us for Vol. 2 of this week's episode of Cinemaholics. No, they're not speaking gibberish, they're just tying to contain their excitement for Minions: The Rise of Gru, the Illumination sequel to the Minions movie from 2015, which itself was a prequel within the Despicable Me franchise. Well, our despicable three begin the show with an impromptu discussion of Lightyear, which is tanking at the box office while the Minions are cleaning house. So suit up, call your Gentleminions, and we'll see you at the cinema event of Summer 2022.

Intro Music: “Seaweed” by brass.beats & Emotionally Fragile

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Stranger Things 4 – Running Up that Bill Jul 04, 2022

Special guest Aaron Dicer checks in from the podcast equivalent of the Upside Down to talk all things Stranger Things. We open this week’s show with some kitchen table chit chat about the future of podcasting and audio content, then break down our general thoughts on why Stranger Things has been such a cultural phenomenon. With all that out of the way, we finally dig into Season 4 spoiler-free, talk about Vol. 2, and discuss the future of Stranger Things with Season 5 on the far-off horizon. Looking for our Minions: The Rise of Gru review and/or Will Ashton? Don’t worry, Will is off assembling a crack team of experts (the Ogre crew) to handle that episode which will be out shortly.

Intro Music: “running up that hill (stranger things lofi)” by kuto

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00:00:00 – Why does podcasting exist
00:10:35 – Stranger Things 4 review

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Synopsis for Stranger Things 4

WHAT DOESN’T KILL YOU MAKES YOU STRANGER. What if television shows decided, you know what? Eff it. Our episodes are over two hours long now. What are you going to do about it? Not watch? Hilarious. Enjoy our movie show, nerds. [Source: Anonymous]

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Elvis and The Black Phone – Only a Few Hangups Jun 29, 2022

The Cinemaholics are in the building. Metaphorically. We've got two big films to cover this week, starting with Baz Luhrmann's Elvis, a super long, super glam biopic covering the life of the king of rock and roll with Austin Butler and Tom Hanks in lead roles. Next, Scott Derrickson's latest horror in quite a while just came out, and we're answering the call for The Black Phone, which stars Ethan Hawke and is based on a short story by Joe Hill (son of Stephen King). We also open up the show with some box office catchup and how summer blockbusters from the last month or so are faring as we move into July.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Summer box office catchup
00:11:00 – Elvis review
01:00:25 – The Black Phone review

Intro Music: “Coco” by brass.beats & Willytrumpet

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Spiderhead – But also Cha Cha Real Smooth and Good Luck to You, Leo Grande! Jun 22, 2022

It's been a while since we did a "counter programming" episode, covering the three movies released this weekend outside of theaters. We opened the show with a topical discussion about Lightyear's weak box office weekend and the overall direction of streaming releases as alternatives to theatrical event movies. Then we slide into our discussion of Spiderhead, a sci-fi thriller starring Chris Hemsworth and Miles Teller, which is now streaming on Netflix. After that, we head over to Apple TV+ for our full review of Cha Cha Real Smooth, which stars Cooper Raiff and Dakota Johnson. And we finish things out with Good Luck to You Leo Grande, which is now on Hulu and stars Emma Thompson and Daryl McCormack.

Intro Music: “Inner Sparkle” by Lenny B & Second Harbor

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00:00:00 – Ligthyear's weak opening weekend
00:12:10 – Spiderhead review
00:44:00 – Cha Cha Real Smooth review
01:10:00 – Good Luck to You, Leo Grande review

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Lightyear – Pixar's Star Trek Jun 17, 2022

Special guest and honorary space ranger Charlie Ridgely joins use on the show for a review of Lightyear, the latest Pixar movie and first one to hit theaters since Onward in March 2020. Does the movie go to infinity, or is this franchise beyond its previous luck? Chris Evans stars as the voice of Buzz in this pseudo-origin story of the movie character that inspired the toy, and don't worry, we'll try to explain it.

Intro Music: “I Will Go Sailing No More” by Randy Newman

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Jurassic World Dominion, plus an obligatory Jurassic Park ranking Jun 14, 2022

What, you expect us to just review Jurassic World Dominion without spending half the episode talking about the other movies instead? In addition to our ranking of the Jurassic Park film franchise and review of the latest film from Colin Trevorrow, we discuss Adam Sandler's latest Happy Madison film on Netflix, Hustle, a basketball dramedy with professional basketball players in it.

Intro Music: “Generic” by bennya, One million flowers & Chill Moon Music

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00:00:00 – Ranking the Jurassic Park movies
00:35:50 – Jurassic World Dominion review
01:11:50 – Hustle review

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Crimes of the Future – David Cronenberg, back in the flesh! Jun 10, 2022

Somehow, David Cronenberg returned. Along with Viggo Mortensen, Léa Seydoux, Kristen Stewart, and plenty other lovable weirdos in this near-future body horror where "surgery is the new sex." Don't worry, we'll get to that. After premiering at the 2022 Cannes Film Festival, critics and audiences are definitely trying to process Cronenberg's latest sci-fi drama, and so are we. Is it this year's Titane? Does it measure up to Possessor, the film Brandon Cronenberg (son of David Cronenberg) released two years ago? Let's dig in. Scalpel.

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Top Gun: Maverick – Double the Gun Jun 03, 2022

We have the need for Tom Cruise. Or at least a Tom Cruise Mission: Impossible movie with a Top Gun soundtrack. That's right, we're reviewing Top Gun: Maverick this week, which is a legacy sequel to the 1986 nostalgia classic. We open the show discussing why it's flying high in terms of box office and critical reviews. Speaking of which, we also talk about Chip 'n Dale: Rescue Rangers, a new Disney+ hybrid animation comedy that some are calling the spiritual successor to Who Framed Roger Rabbit? And we finish the show with a barrel roll, diving right into the acclaimed French drama, Happening, which is about a young woman trying to get an abortion in the 1960s. Talk about a triple feature!

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Why Top Gun 2 is a box office smash
00:19:45 – Top Gun: Maverick review
00:56:25 – Chip 'n Dale: Rescue Rangers review
01:16:05 – Happening review

Intro Music: “Monday Blues” by Pastel

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Men – Alex Garland's movie about women May 26, 2022

Yes, all men. And by that we mean yes, all we talk about in this episode is Men, a new A24 folk horror from Alex Garland, director and writer of Ex Machina and Annihilation. Starring Jessie Buckley and Rory Kinnear(s), Men has everyone of all genders turning their heads...in the theater to ask the person behind them WTF they're watching. In addition to our review of the film, we discuss some of the general critical reception to the movie, Alex Garland's work leading up to this film, the latest buzz around this year's Cannes Film Festival, and some other flicks hitting theaters and streaming this week. Finally, we finish up the show with some chit chat about Will's first trip to California, Jon's wedding, and some theatrical shenanigans in San Francisco.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Intro/Off-Topics
00:12:55 – Men review
00:44:40 – Boys (talking about Jon's wedding)

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WHAT HAUNTS YOU WILL FIND YOU. In the aftermath of a personal tragedy, Harper retreats alone to the beautiful English countryside, hoping to find a place to heal. But someone or something from the surrounding woods appears to be stalking her. What begins as simmering dread becomes a fully-formed nightmare, inhabited by her darkest memories and fears. [Source: Letterboxd]

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On the Count of Three – Best Last Day Ever May 18, 2022

Special guest Cory Woodroof fittingly sits in the third chair this week for our review of On the Count of Three, a dark...buddy comedy? No, that's not quite right. But it is an indie dramedy (maybe?) directed by Jerrod Carmichael in his feature debut. He also stars with Christopher Abbot in this Sundance favorite about two friends who decide today will be the last day of their lives. The film also stars Tiffany Haddish, J. B. Smoove, Lavell Crawford, and Henry Winkler.

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00:00:00 – Intro/Off-Topics
00:19:00 – On the Count of Three review

Intro Music: “Table Talk” by Glimlip, Søren Søstrom & Soul Food Horns

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Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness – Horror or Horrible? May 11, 2022

The first big MCU movie of 2022 is here, and we exist in a universe where we talk about it. After some quick box office catchup, we discuss the highs and lows of recent Marvel movies (and the Disney+ shows) before digging into Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, a sequel to the 2016 film, but also an "event" Marvel movie with crossover characters like Scarlet Witch (Elizabeth Olsen) and of course Benedict Cumberbatch, directed by the one and only Sam Raimi!

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Intro/Box Office Catchup
00:17:30 – Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness review

Intro Music: “The More I See You" by Harry Warren/Mack Gordon

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Liam Neeson, Martin Campbell, and Memory May 06, 2022

Martin Campbell directed a new movie starring Liam Neeson, and we definitely watched it. Right? Anyway, let's talk about the fascinating career of Liam Neeson post-Taken, then dive into the unpredictable filmography of Martin Campbell, who directed Jon's favorite movie of all time, among...other movies. Finally, we review a movie called...called...oh, it's on the tip of our tongues. Guy Pearce is also in this movie, we're pretty sure.

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Summer Movie Preview 2022 – with Dan Murrell! May 02, 2022

Special guest Dan Murrell joins us this week for the triumphant return of our Summer Movie Preview! We try our best to predict the box office fortunes (or misfortunes?) of the biggest movies to come, from Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness and Thor: Love and Thunder to Jurassic World Dominion and Lightyear. And that new Minions movie. And Nope. And Black Phone and Bullet Train and so many more! We also pinpoint the movies we're most looking forward to and reflect on changing trends in the industry, particularly when it comes to streaming.

For more box office charting and Film/TV reviews, definitely check out Dan's YouTube channel and podcast.

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The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent – Nicolas Cage against the Machine Apr 25, 2022

Special guest Clint Worthington—Founder/EIC of The Spool and host of the Travolta/Cage podcast—joins us for the first time, and trust us, we need a Nick Cage expert for this episode. That's right, we're reviewing The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent, which surprisingly isn't the Will Ashton biopic stuck in development hell. No, this is a high-concept meta comedy action movie starring Nicolas Cage as a fictionalized version of himself(?), as he gets roped into a crime caper alongside Pedro Pascal. Later in the show we also review The Bad Guys, the first original DreamWorks Animation movie to hit theaters since (checks notes) Abominable!

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Intro
00:06:15 – The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent review
00:37:10 –The Bad Guys review

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The Northman – Robert Eggers' OG IP Apr 21, 2022

We're not just reviewing The Northman, we're reviewing The North, man. That's right, Robert Eggers' is back with an epic viking blockbuster that is sure to blow a lot of minds, mostly in a good way. We discuss Eggers' brief filmography to date (The Witch and The Lighthouse) and debate where The Northman lands in his ongoing saga of twisted machismo fables. Plus we get into some spoilers toward the end of the show and make some predictions regarding the film's expected box office fate. You can also read Will Ashton's written review of The Northman here.

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RRR – Run Run Run to the Theater! Apr 18, 2022

Oh you want to watch a movie with some fantastic beasts and secrets? Great news, we're reviewing RRR this week, one of the best action blockbusters to come out in years. Seriously! This Tollywood film came out a few weeks ago, and we chat about the hype and what this director, S.S. Rajamouli, might do next. We open this week's show with some brief thoughts on the Fantastic Beasts franchise, plus we chat about some of the week's other releases, including Father Stu, We're All Going to the World's Fair, and Dual.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Why we skipped Fantastic Beasts: Secrets of Dumblewhatever
00:16:30 – Father Stu, We're All Going to the World's Fair, Dual
00:37:10 –RRR review (no spoilers)
01:16:50 –RRR review (spoilers)

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Ambulance and Sonic the Hedgehog 2 – Are They Up to Speed? Apr 11, 2022

Ambulance, the newest action crime thriller from Michael Bay, isn't a video game movie like Sonic the Hedgehog 2, but it might as well be. We begin this week's show with this runaway GTA-inspired Bayhem heist, which stars Jake Gyllenhaal, Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, and Eiza Gonzáles. Then we spend some quality time with Sonic and the gang in this superpowered sequel to the 2020 box office hit, this time with Idris Elba joining the cast as Knuckles alongside Ben Schwartz as Sonic, Jim Carrey as Dr. Robotnik, along with James Marsden, Tika Sumpter, and a few other familiar(?) faces from the original film.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Intro
00:07:40 – Ambulance review
00:47:05 –Sonic the Hedgehog 2 review

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The Bubble – Judd Apatow’s Pandemic Piece Apr 08, 2022

Special guest Cory Woodroof joins the show to review The Bubble, a new Judd Apatow satirical comedy that just hit Netflix and stars a massive cast. Karen Gillan, Keegan-Michael Key, Leslie Mann, Kate McKinnon, Pedro Pascal, David Duchovny, Fred Armisen, Maria Bakalova, and Iris Apatow. It’s a who’s who of big-name actors who made a bubble movie about the pandemic, and you can imagine how well this one went over.

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Everything Everywhere All at Once – We've Got Googly Eyes Apr 06, 2022

Talk about a multiverse of madness. This week, we're diving into A24's surreal and cerebral Everything Everywhere All at Once from the Daniels, directors of Swiss Army Man. Starring Michelle Yeoh, Ke Huy Quan, Stephanie Hsu, and Jamie Lee Curtis, this sprawling and manic action fantasy is definitely one we won't forget anytime soon. We also review the nostalgic Apollo 10½: A Space Age Childhood, the newest film from Richard Linklater—animated in the same style as his films Waking Life and A Scanner Darkly—now available to stream on Netflix.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Intro (Morbius? The Bubble? RRR?!)
00:10:30 – Everything Everywhere All at Once review
01:02:40 –Apollo 10½: A Space Age Childhood review

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This Year's Oscars Hit Different - Also, The Lost City and 7 Days! Mar 29, 2022

Oscars 2022 really slapped this year. That's right, we're discussing Will Smith and Chris Rock's exchange of hard-hitting ideas at this year's ceremony, but we of course comment on the awards themselves and our thoughts on who won. Our first main review is The Lost City, a swashbuckling romantic comedy adventure blockbuster starring Sandra Bullock and Channing Tatum. Then we slow things down for a hearty review of 7 Days, an indie rom-com starring Geraldine Viswanathan and Karan Soni.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Oscars 2022 recap
00:37:15 – The Lost City review
01:05:30 –7 Days review

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Oscars 2022 – If We Picked the Winners! Mar 25, 2022

It's time for our annual Oscars episode, in which we take a cue from Siskel and Ebert's classic approach in picking our own winners for the Academy Awards. From The Power of the Dog and Licorice Pizza to Dune and CODA, we run down our favorite films, performances, and technical achievements covered by the 2022 Oscars, which airs officially on March 27.

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A Madea Homecoming – Death, Taxes, and Tyler Perry Mar 24, 2022

Special guest Cory Woodroof joins the show for a mother of an episode. That's right, we're excavating the Madea franchise, fixing in specifically on the latest straight-to-Netflix feature starring Tyler Perry as the caricature who's been around since...1999? Wow.

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X and Deep Water – This Movie Cucks Mar 23, 2022

Let's talk about X. And Deep Water! Two movies that are doing it. One is an original 70s-based slasher horror in theaters from director Ti West starring Mia Goth and Jenna Ortega. The other is a psychological erotic thriller on Hulu from director Adrian Lyne starring Ben Affleck and Ana de Armas. Don't worry, this episode of Cinemaholics gets more, ahem, heated than that movie. We also finish out the show with a fun breakdown of the movies we (mostly Will) saw at SXSW 2022.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – X review
00:39:40 – Deep Water review
01:05:00 –SXSW 2022 breakdown

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Turning Red – Pixar's Pandemic Panda Panic Mar 14, 2022

Heads have been turning for Turning Red, the newest Pixar film directed by Domee Shi. But do the Cinemaholics have warm and fuzzy feelings for this fantastical coming-of-age movie set in the most fantastical setting of all time? Canada circa 2002? We also discuss The Adam Project, a new Netflix sci-fi action movie starring Ryan Reynolds, Jennifer Garner, Zoe Saldana, and Mark Ruffalo.

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00:00:00 – Turning Red review
00:46:25 – The Adam Project review

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The Batman – But also After Yang and Fresh! Mar 11, 2022

The Batman is demolishing the box office right now, but the real bat signal is that notification on your phone telling you it's time for a new episode of Cinemaholics. That's right, we're reviewing Matt Reeves' reboot of the Batman franchise, now starring Robert Pattinson, Zoë Kravitz, Jeffrey Wright, and plenty more familiar (and unfamiliar?) faces. Later in the show we also discuss the lovely A24 sci-fi indie gem that is After Yang, from Columbus director Kogonada, which is now playing in limited release. Then it's time for Fresh, now on Hulu, a romantic thriller (sort of) starring Sebastian Stan and Daisy Edgar-Jones.

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00:00:00 – The Batman review
00:57:00 – After Yang review
01:16:10 – Fresh review

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Cyrano – Peter Dinklage's Song of Solomon Mar 03, 2022

We're not singing our thoughts on Cyrano, but we probably should be. That's right, we're reviewing Joe Wright's new musical starring Peter Dinklage and Haley Bennett, who also starred in the stage musical written by Erica Schmidt, who writes the screenplay for this adaption of the 1897 play Cyrano de Bergerac. Later in the show, we also talk about No Exit, a new Hulu thriller...not much else to say there!

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00:00:00 – Cyrano review
00:34:45 – No Exit review

Intro Music: “Good Times Ahead" by RejSende & Chill Select

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Dog – Channing Tatum's Divorced Dad Era Feb 26, 2022

Special guest Charlie Ridgely of Comicbook.com joins us for a bonus review of Dog, which stars Channing Tatum as, well, our best friend. This is Tatum's first time directing, with his longtime collaborator Reid Carolin as co-director. And the film, coming to us from United Artists Releasing and MGM, is about an army ranger who escorts the dog of a fallen commander to their funeral. The cast includes Jane Adams, Kevin Nash, and more.

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Texas Chainsaw Massacre – Who would go to brunch with Leatherface? Feb 23, 2022

We've decided to mess with Texas Chainsaw Massacre. On a special bonus episode of the Cinemaholics Podcast, we review the new Netflix horror film directed by David Blue Garcia (Tejano) and produced by Fede Álvarez (Don't Breathe, Evil Dead). The film, which is a direct sequel to the 1974 original classic (and direct copy of 2018's Halloween) stars Elsie Fisher (Eighth Grade) and a few other people who probably wish this movie had never happened.

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Uncharted Feb 21, 2022

Special guest and gaming editor Evan Griffin joins us for a playful review of Sony's Uncharted, the feature film adaptation of the hit video games from Naughty Dog. Starring Tom Holland and Mark Wahlberg, Uncharted is a franchise long in the making. Well, development hell, let's be honest. But what do we think of this summer blockbuster adventure hitting theaters in...Febraury?

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00:00:00 – Video Games, Video Game Movies, and Tom Holland
00:23:00 – Uncharted review

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Synopsis for Uncharted

FORTUNE FAVORS THE BOLD. A young street-smart, Nathan Drake and his wisecracking partner Victor “Sully” Sullivan embark on a dangerous pursuit of “the greatest treasure never found” while also tracking clues that may lead to Nathan’s long-lost brother. [Source: Letterboxd]

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Marry Me, I Want You Back Feb 19, 2022

We said yes to the mess. In this special bonus episode of Cinemaholics, we tackle two romantic comedies that just hit two different streaming services. First up is Marry Me (on Peacock), which stars Jennifer Lopez as a superstar who spontaneously marries a random guy, played by Owen Wilson, in the crowd of her concert. Then we get into I Want You Back (on Prime Video), which stars Charlie Day and Jenny Slate as friends who help each other scheme to win back their exes.

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00:00:00 – Marry Me review
00:32:00 – I Want You Back review

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Kimi Feb 17, 2022

Now available to stream on HBO Max, Kimi is a new paranoia thriller directed by Steven Soderbergh and written by David Koepp. It stars Zoë Kravitz, Derek DelGaudio, and Rita Wilson.

This review is an excerpt from Episode #259 of the Cinemaholics Podcast. Our intro music for this week is “Seeping” by Sinnr.

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Death on the Nile Feb 16, 2022

Who's dead wrong about Death on the Nile? That's right, Kenneth Branagh is back as Agatha Christie's acclaimed Hercule Poirot, and he's also back as director of this star-studded cast featuring Gal Gadot, Armie Hammer, Annette Bening, and plenty more. We open this week's show with some brief catchup on films like Blacklight, I Want You Back, and Marry Me. And we finish things out with a review of Kimi, Steven Soderbergh's new paranoia thriller starring Zoë Kravitz, which is now available to stream on HBO Max.

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00:00:00 – Brief thoughts on Blacklight, I Want You Back, and Marry Me
00:10:40 – Death on the Nile review
00:44:50 – Kimi review

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Moonfall Feb 10, 2022

We're over the moon to talk about...the Oscars 2022 nominations! That's right, we open this week's show with a brief reaction to the Academy's nominations, including all the snubs and nice surprises. We then blast off for our review of Moonfall, Roland Emmerich's new space disaster movie starring Patrick Wilson, Halle Berry, John Bradley, and other actors who probably regretted showing up to the casting call. We then discuss Ryusuke Hamaguchi's Drive My Car, a Japanese drama and awards-favorite that was recently nominated for Best Director and Best Picture at the Oscars. We then finish the show by reviewing The Fallout, a teen drama on HBO Max starring Jenna Ortega and Maddie Ziegler.

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00:00:00 – Intro
00:04:05 – Oscars 2022 nominations
00:22:50 – Moonfall review
00:45:20 – Drive My Car review
01:05:05 – The Fallout review

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Jackass Forever Feb 09, 2022

Special guest Cory Woodroof is here to help Will review Jackass Forever, and you better believe they do their own stunts. This is fourth (and maybe final?) Jackass movie, once again directed by Jeff Tremaine and featuring the sheer, outright balls of Johnny Knoxville, Steve-O, Chris Pontius, Dave England, Wee Man, and plenty more. Jackass Forever is now playing in theaters through Paramount Pictures at the time of this recording.

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The Best (and the Rest) of Sundance 2022 Feb 01, 2022

Sundance 2022 went real smooth. Or Cha Cha Real Smooth, we should say. That's right, this week we discussed the best films we saw at the 2022 Sundance Film Festival. We start the show with an overview of the festival itself, our experience with the films, and what we should expect from the coming year when it comes to indie filmmaking. Which films disappointed us? Which ones do we think the other person should seek out first? We get into all these topics and more, so be sure to listen the whole way through.

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00:00:00 – General thoughts on Sundance 2022
00:51:45 – Our favorite films of the fest
02:10:00 – More films we didn't mention, for better or worse

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The Pink Cloud Jan 27, 2022

Now playing in limited release, The Pink Cloud (A Nuvem Rosa) is a Brazilian pandemic thriller drama directed and written by luli Gerbase in her feature film debut. The film, which actually seriously made before our current pandemic happened, stars Renata de Lélis, Eduardo Mendonça, and Kaya Rodrigues.

This review is an excerpt from Episode #256 of the Cinemaholics Podcast. Our intro music for this week is “Nyhavn by Night” by 9ICK..

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The Worst Person in the World Jan 26, 2022

Now playing in limited release, The Worst Person in the World is a Norwegian dark romantic comedy from director Joachim Trier (the third in his "Oslo Trilogy"). It stars Renate Reinsve and is currently on the shortlist for Best International Feature Film at the upcoming Academy Awards.

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The House Jan 24, 2022

In this house, we review The House, a new stop-motion animated dark anthology film from Nexus Studio, which is now available on Netflix. Afterward, we do a deeper dive into Joachim Trier’s The Worst Person in the World, a dark romantic dramedy we both selected as one of our favorite films of 2021, which is now hitting limited release in North America. Last, we settle in for The Pink Cloud, a Brazilian Sundance film from last year that might just change your mind on pandemic movies being a little “too soon.” Also, check out Jon’s video/essay, “Why Critics Hate the Movies You Love,” which gets brought up in the show.

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00:00:00 – Intro & Off-Topics
00:08:35 – The House review
00:32:10 – The Worst Person in the World review
00:54:20 – The Pink Cloud review

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Scream (2022) Jan 18, 2022

We’re sharpening our knives this week for our long-anticipated review of the latest Scream film, or Scream 5 unofficially. This is the first of the franchise to not be directed by Wes Craven, as we instead of the filmmakers behind Ready or Not. Is this meta slasher whodunnit as much of a scream? And afterward, we discuss George Clooney’s latest directorial effort, The Tender Bar, which is based on the memoir by J.R. Moehringer and stars Ben Affleck, Tye Sheridan, and Lily Rabe.

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00:00:00 – Intro
00:01:55 – Scream (2022) review
00:51:50 – The Tender Bar review

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Top 10 Movies of 2021 Jan 11, 2022

This was a big year for us Cinemaholics. We watched more movies in 2021 than ever before, and as always we reviewed them in earnest for you lovely listeners on a weekly basis. But what are our absolute favorite films of the entire year? That's right, it's time for our annual Top 10 Movies episode, and this one's certainly a milestone in several respects. We kick the show off this week with our general impressions on the year's films and what moviegoing was really like in 2021. Then we reveal which episodes of Cinemaholics were the most popular with our wonderful audience and briefly recap the box office highlights of this odd, strange year. And right before we unveil our respective #1 films of the year, we of course give due to our honorable mentions. Here's to another great cinematic movie year in 2022!

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00:00:00 – General impressions on the year in film, our most popular episodes in 2021, and box office highlights
00:18:00 – Our Top 10 movies of the year, plus honorable mentions

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The 355 Jan 10, 2022

Special guest Ally Johnson joins the show to talk all things The 355, Simon Kinberg’s directorial follow-up after Dark Phoenix with Theresa Rebeck as his co-screenwriter. The new action spy film features a female-led ensemble: Jessica Chastain, Penélope Cruz, Lupita Nyong’o, Diane Kruger, and Fan Bingbing. Plus supporting turns from Sebastian Stan and Édgar Ramírez. Be sure to check out our written review of The 355 here.

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The Lost Daughter Jan 07, 2022

Now available to stream on Netflix, The Lost Daughter is Maggie Gyllenhaal's feature directorial debut. She also wrote the psychological drama film, which is based on Elena Ferrante's eponymous novel and stars Olivia Colman, Dakota Johnson, Jessie Buckley, Ed Harris, Peter Sarsgaard, and Paul Mescal.

This review is an excerpt from Episode #253 of the Cinemaholics Podcast. Our intro music for this week is “Piúma” by Chancla & Oaty.

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Sing 2 Jan 05, 2022

Now playing in theaters (and getting wild encores at the box office), Sing 2 is the sequel to Illumination's Sing, with Garth Jennings returning as writer and director. Much of the star-studded voice cast from the original return, including Matthew McConaughey, Reese Witherspoon, Scarlett Johansson, Taron Egerton, Tori Kelly, Nick Kroll, Jennings, Peter Serafinowicz, Jennifer Saunders, and Nick Offerman. Plus newcomers voiced by Bobby Cannavale, Pharrell Williams, Halsey, Chelsea Peretti, Letitia Wright, Eric André, Adam Buxton, and Bono.

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The Tragedy of Macbeth Jan 05, 2022

Some wicked reviews this way come, and the first is our contentious debate over The Tragedy of Macbeth, a new A24 black-and-white adaptation of the classic Shakespearean play, solely directed by Joel Coen and starring Denzel Washington, Frances McDormand, and many more. Afterward, we clear our throats for Sing 2, the animated sequel to Illumination's 2016 Sing, again directed by Garth Jennings and featuring a massive cast of familiar voices. Last, we get lost in our thoughts regarding The Lost Daughter, Maggie Gyllenhaal's directorial debut (she also adapts the screenplay from the eponymous novel), which stars Olivia Colman, Dakota Johnson, Jessie Buckley, Ed Harris, and more.

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00:00:00 – Intro
00:04:10 – The Tragedy of Macbeth review
00:43:10 – Sing 2 review
01:15:35 – The Lost Daughter review

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The Matrix Resurrections Dec 31, 2021

WHOA. They still know Deja Vu. This week on the show, we discuss The Matrix Resurrections, the fourth sci-fi action film in the Matrix franchise. This time solely directed by Lana Wachowski, Resurrections features Keanu Reeves and Carrie-Anne Moss reprising their roles as Neo and Trinity. The cast also includes Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, Jessica Henwick, Jonathan Groff, Neil Patrick Harris, and Priyanka Chopra Jonas. The Matrix Resurrections is now available to watch in theaters and on HBO Max for a limited time.

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Red Rocket Dec 30, 2021

Now playing in limited release through A24, Red Rocket is the seventh film directed by Sean Baker, which he co-writes with Chris Bergoch. Red Rocketstars Simon Rex as a former porn star named Mikey Saber, who returns to his Texas hometown, Texas City, with no money or prospects, but a whole lot of swagger, lies, and manipulation to get what he wants. The film premiered at the Cannes Film Festival earlier this year and features a strong ensemble cast with many unknown actors. You can also read our written review of Red Rocket here.

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Licorice Pizza Dec 29, 2021

Pizza time. We're going back in time to the 70s, and a time when Paul Thomas Anderson made movies set in LA. His new one, Licorice Pizza, has critics and audiences in a tizzy, one way or another, in no small way due to performances from newcomer actors Alana Haim and Cooper Hoffman, plus supporting turns from Bradley Cooper, Sean Penn, Benny Safdie, Tom Waits, and many more.

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Being the Ricardos Dec 23, 2021

Special guest Anna Rigatti joins us for an in-depth review of Being the Ricardos, the third film directed and written by long-celebrated screenwriter Aaron Sorkin, which just hit Amazon Prime Video. The film centers around a week in the life of Lucille Ball (Nicole Kidman) and Desi Arnaz (Javier Bardem), as they wrestle with challenge after challenge in putting together a single episode of the classic sitcom I Love Lucy, which went on to change television forever.

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Swan Song (Benjamin Cleary's) Dec 21, 2021

Now available to watch in select theaters and on Apple TV+, Swan Song is the directorial debut of Benjamin Cleary, and no this isn't the Swan Song from earlier this year starring Udo Kier. No, this sci-fi drama stars Mahershala Ali as a husband and father who considers using experimental technology to prevent his family from having to grieve his impending death. The cast also includes Naomie Harris, Awkwafina, Glenn Close, and Adam Beach.

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Nightmare Alley (2021) Dec 20, 2021

If you're into dark films directed by Guillermo del Toro, this one might be up your alley. Nightmare Boasts an incredible cast, which includes Bradley Cooper, Cate Blanchett, Rooney Mara, Willem Dafoe, and trust us, so many more. We discuss this atmospheric remake of the 1947 original film noir, which was adapted from the novel by William Lindsay Gresham.

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Spider-Man: No Way Home Dec 20, 2021

YES WAY. Special guest Matt Serafini comes home with us this week to discuss Spider-Man: No Way Home, the third Spider-Man film starring Tom Holland in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. It’s the big event movie of 2021 and we certainly have plenty to talk about, starting with a spoiler-free discussion of the film and our thoughts on the previous Spider-Man movies (and franchises) going back the last 20 years.

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West Side Story (2021) Dec 16, 2021

Who’s that little Will in that podcast, there? WHAT PODCAST, WHERE?! That’s right, we’re reviewing the new West Side Story this week, directed by Steven Spielberg and starring Ansel Elgort and Rachel Zegler as star-crossed lovers in different worlds, alongside best friends and family played by Ariana DeBose, Mike Fast, David Alvarez, and Rita Moreno.

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Don't Look Up Dec 14, 2021

Unlike this movie, we're not telling you what to do. But when you have a chance, definitely look up our review of Don't Look Up, a new Netflix film directed by Adam McKay and starring Leonardo DiCaprio, Jennifer Lawrence, Rob Morgan, Meryl Streep, Jonah Hill, Cate Blanchett, Tyler Perry, and OK you get it, the cast is incredible. But is the movie? Tune into our discussion now to find out.

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C'mon C'mon Dec 10, 2021

Now playing in limited release through A24, C'mon C'mon is the fourth film from Mike Mills, and it stars Joaquin Phoenix and Woody Norman as an uncle and nephew trying to relate to one another in this mixed up world of ours.

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Benedetta Dec 08, 2021

Now playing in limited release through IFC Films, Benedetta is the latest film from director Paul Verhoeven. It stars Virginie Efira as a young, devout nun in 17th century Italy, who begins having erotic visions when a new novice joins the convent.

This review is an excerpt from Episode #249 of the Cinemaholics Podcast. Our intro music for this week is “Christmas Time” by Linearwave.

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The Power of the Dog Dec 07, 2021

The Cinemaholics go west this week with our review of Jane Campion’s The Power of the Dog, which stars Benedict Cumberbatch and is now available to stream on Netflix. We also cover Paul Verhoeven’s latest film, Benedetta, a “nunsploitation” flick with some sinful surprises up its tunic. Last, we discuss Mike Mills’ latest feature, C’mon C’mon, which stars Joaquin Phoenix as a podcaster who bonds with the next generation. We can relate?

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00:00:00 – Intro
00:04:35 – The Power of the Dog review
00:38:15 – Benedetta review
01:03:00 – C’mon C’mon review

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8-Bit Christmas Dec 02, 2021

Now available to stream on HBO Max, 8-Bit Christmas is a new holiday family film staring Neil Patrick Harris, Winslow Fegley, June Diane Raphael, David Cross, and Steve Zahn. It's based on a novel of the same name by Kevin Jakubowski.

This review is an excerpt from Episode #248 of the Cinemaholics Podcast. Our intro music for this week is “Green in Blue” by Jazzinuf.

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Encanto Dec 01, 2021

We like to think our show is full of miracles. And if you agree, here's our review of Encanto, the latest family film from Walt Disney Animation, which is set in Colombia and features music by Lin-Manuel Miranda (again?!) We open the show with a new segment called "Oscars Buzzmeter," where we go over some of the buzziest films vying for Oscars this month. Some of them are movies we've seen, while others are just around the corner. Then we finish the show out with a review of 8-Bit Christmas, which you can now stream on HBO Max.

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00:00:00 – Intro
00:07:30 – Oscars Buzzmeter
00:54:25 – Encanto review
01:47:10 – 8-Bit Christmas review

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House of Gucci Nov 25, 2021

Can’t say this is our most luxurious episode of Cinemaholics, but at least you can afford it. As a special bonus episode coming out in time for Thanksgiving, here’s our review of a movie about a different kind of family. That’s right, we discuss Ridley Scott’s House of Gucci, which stars Lady Gaga and Adam Driver as a married couple within the prestigious Gucci dynasty, as they have to contend with other powerful members of the family to lay claim to fortune. The cast also includes Al Pacino, Jeremy Irons, and Jared Leto.

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Tick, Tick...Boom! Nov 24, 2021

Now available to stream on Netflix, tick, tick... BOOM! is a biographical musical covering the early career of Jonathan Larson, just a few years before the release of his hit musical, RENT. This is the first feature film directed by Lin-Manuel Miranda, and it stars Andrew Garfield, Alexandra Shipp, Robin de Jesús, Vanessa Hudgens, and Joshua Henry.

This review is an excerpt from Episode #247 of the Cinemaholics Podcast. Our intro music for this week is “Neo Noir” by Operator:operator, DESH & Howden.

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King Richard Nov 23, 2021

Now playing in theaters and available to stream for a limited time on HBO Max, King Richard stars Will Smith as the father of Venus and Serena Williams, as he aims to position his young daughters as future tennis superstars.

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Ghostbusters: Afterlife Nov 22, 2021

We know you’ve been calling us from prison to finally review Ghostbusters: Afterlife, and we only have one life to catch up on this “legasequel” to the original 1984 Ghostbusters. We also review King Richard, which hit theaters and HBO Max this past weekend and stars Will Smith as Richard Williams, the father of Venus and Serena Williams. And we finished out the show with a review of tick, tick… BOOM!, a new musical you can stream on Netflix starring Andrew Garfield.

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00:00:00 – Intro
00:02:25 – Ghostbusters: Afterlife review
01:02:00 – King Richard review
01:37:45 – tick, tick… BOOM! review

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'Tick Tick Boom' Interview – Vanessa Hudgens, Joshua Henry, Alexandra Shipp, and Robin de Jesús Nov 19, 2021

Will Ashton recently got a chance to speak with Vanessa Hudgens, Joshua Henry, Alexandra Shipp, and Robin de Jesús about the new film, Tick Tick Boom (or Tick, Tick…Boom!), which is now playing on Netflix. Based on Jonathan Larson’s musical and directed by Lin-Manuel Miranda in his filmmaking debut, this film has been taking critics and audiences by storm, and Hudgens and Henry discuss their time on the project and how it all came about.

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Finch Nov 18, 2021

Now available to stream on AppleTV+, Finch is a sci-fi post-apocalyptic drama starring Tom Hanks as a grizzled survivor trying to teach a robot, voiced by Caleb Landry Jones, how to be more human.

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Clifford the Big Red Dog Nov 17, 2021

Now playing in theaters and available to stream on Paramount+, Clifford the Big Red Dog is a live-action adaptation of the classic book series and beloved PBS series. But is it really all that...big?

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The Harder they Fall Nov 16, 2021

Special guest Cory Woodroof joins the show for a bonus review of The Harder They Fall, a new revisionist western on Netflix starring Idris Elba, Jonathan Majors, Zazie Beetz…wow, there are a lot of big names in this, OK hold on, Regina King (righteous), Delroy Lindo (awesome_…wow, this really just keeps going, ok, Lakeith Stanfield (that’s a nice get), RJ Cyler (oh yeah, from Me, Earl, and the Dying Girl, glad he’s still up and at em), Danielle Deadwyler (not sure who that is, but let’s just keep this going), Edi Gathegi (oh yeah from that Startup show on Crackle, nice), and Deon Cole (exhale). Also, this was directed by Jeymes Samuel, the brother of Seal. What a picture!

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Belfast Nov 15, 2021

Kenneth Branagh made another movie about a precocious kid in Europe whose dad disappears throughout the film, but don’t worry, this one’s better than Artemis Fowl. After winning award after award at Telluride and TIFF, Belfast is now poised to win Best Picture at the Oscars. But we might not be so enthusiastic about this coming of age comedy-drama set in Belfast, Ireland circa 1969.

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The Beta Test Nov 10, 2021

Now available via VOD, The Beta Test is the latest film from Jim Cummings, who co-stars, co-directs, and co-writes this dark thriller satire with PJ McCabe.

This review is an excerpt from Episode #245 of the Cinemaholics Podcast. Our intro music for this week is “Fly Me” by Crazyjazz.

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Spencer Nov 09, 2021

Now playing in theaters, Spencer is a dark drama covering a fictionalized, 1991 version of Princess Diana played by Kristen Stewart. The film was directed by Pablo Larrain with Steven Knight as screenwriter, and it costars Sally Hawkins, Sean Harris, and Timothy Spall.

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Eternals Nov 09, 2021

We’ve been waiting an eternity to talk about Marvel’s first big attempt at a prestige film. That’s right, we’re reviewing the divisive Eternals from director Chloé Zhao. We also cover Pablo Larraín’s “dark fable” about Princess Diana, AKA Spencer, which stars Kristen Stewart. And we end the show with an indie surprise, the new Jim Cummings movie, The Beta Test, which is a thriller satire about adultery in the entertainment industry.

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00:00:00 – Intro & Off-Topics
00:09:45 – Eternals review
01:02:00 – Spencer review
01:37:45 – The Beta Test review

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Antlers Nov 05, 2021

Special guest Isaac Feldberg joins the show for a deep dive review into Antlers, a new supernatural horror film from director Scott Cooper, which stars Keri Russell, Jesse Plemons, and Jeremy T. Thomas. Check out Isaac’s interview with Scott Cooper over on Inverse. (NOTE: We had some unfortunate audio issues with this week’s bonus show, so we apologize for the drop in quality!)

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Passing Nov 04, 2021

Passing, which will soon be available to stream on Netflix, is the directorial debut of Rebecca Hall. It stars Tessa Thompson and Ruth Negga.

This review is an excerpt from Episode #244 of the Cinemaholics Podcast. Our intro music for this week is “Fly Me” by Crazyjazz.

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Last Night in Soho Nov 02, 2021

About Last Night in Soho…well, it’s the newest film from Edgar Wright, and it stars Thomasin McKenzie as a young woman who travels in time to the 60s as a mysterious performer played by Anya Taylor-Joy. We open this week’s show with some film catchup — what we’ve been watching and what we’ve been hearing chatter about — and be sure to stick around for our second review, Passing, which is the directorial debut of Rebecca Hall, stars Tessa Thompson and Ruth Negga, and hits Netflix next weekend.

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00:00:00 – Intro & Off-Topics
00:11:50 – Last Night in Soho review
00:52:10 – Passing review

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The French Dispatch Oct 27, 2021

The French Dispatch is Wes Anderson's 10th film, but is it among his very best?

This review is an excerpt from Episode #243 of the Cinemaholics Podcast.

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Dune Oct 26, 2021

How you Dune? Anyway, this week we review Dune, the latest sci-fi epic from Denis Villeneuve. We also take a trip to fictional Ennui, France for The French Dispatch, Wes Anderson’s 10th film, featuring a cast too big to contain in one paragraph. We finish the show with a review of Ron’s Gone Wrong, a new computer-animated film from 20th Century Studios. And we open with some chit-chat about whether or not we should bother to see the next Paranormal Activity sequel.

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00:00:00 – Intro & Off-Topics
00:10:25 – Dune review
00:58:35 – The French Dispatch review
01:37:00 – Ron’s Gone Wrong review

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The Velvet Underground Oct 22, 2021

Now available to stream on Apple TV+, The Velvet Underground is the first documentary from acclaimed director Todd Haynes. Featuring a fittingly artistic approach, the documentary outlines the origins and ongoing influence of this late-60s group centered around Lou Reed, John Cale, Andy Warhol, and others.

This review is an excerpt from Episode #242 of the Cinemaholics Podcast. Our intro music this week is “Rainy Afternoon” by Josh Tarzi.

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The Last Duel Oct 21, 2021

Now playing in theaters, The Last Duel is the latest epic medieval drama from acclaimed director Ridley Scott. Loosely based on true events and a 2004 book by Eric Jager, the film was written by Nicole Holofcener, Ben Affleck, and Matt Damon. Damon and Affleck also star in the film alongside Jodie Comer and Adam Driver.

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Halloween Kills Oct 19, 2021

Is Halloween Kills another casualty of the never-ending Halloween franchise? In addition to discussing David Gordon Green’s sequel to his 2018 legacy sequel to the 1978 slasher masterpiece, Halloween, we review The Last Duel, Ridley Scott’s epic medieval drama starring Matt Damon, Jodie Comer, and Adam Driver. We then turn up the volume for The Velvet Underground, Todd Haynes’ (first!) documentary covering the eclectic roots of Lou Reed and John Cale’s infamous late-60s music movement, now available to stream on Apple TV+. Plus we discuss the IATSE strike and offer some brief thoughts on Bergman Island.

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00:00:00 – Intro
00:03:55 – IATSE strike overview
00:17:55 – Will’s brief thoughts on Bergman Island
00:26:15 – Halloween Kills review
01:02:35 – The Last Duel review
01:50:30 – The Velvet Underground review

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Muppets Haunted Mansion Oct 13, 2021

Special guest Matt Serafini joins us ghoul kids for a death-defying discussion of not just Muppets Haunted Mansion, the new Disney+ special based on the classic Disneyland ride, but also the history and ongoing legacy of the Muppets and what we hope to see from Kermit and the gang over the next few years. And yes, this is the first time we’ve had a chance to talk about the Muppets on Cinemaholics!

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Titane Oct 08, 2021

Get in the car, film nerds, we’re watching Titane, the latest mind-bending (and gear-grinding?) French feature from Julia Ducournau (Raw). Special guest Ema Sasic joins us to unpack all the twists, turns, and detours in this Palme d’Or winner, which premiered at Cannes earlier this year—with Ducournau being the first female filmmaker to win the award solo. The film, which is now available in limited release through Neon, stars Agathe Rousselle, Vincent Lindon, Garance Marillier, and Laïs Salameh.

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00:00:00 – Intro and Herbie: Fully Loaded
00:03:35 – Titane review

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The Many Saints of Newark Oct 06, 2021

Now playing in theaters and on HBO Max for a limited time, The Many Saints of Newark is a crime drama prequel to The Sopranos television series. Directed by Alan Taylor and written by Sopranos show runner David Chase and Lawrence Konner, this precursor to the show explores the life of a teenage Tony Soprano, played by the late James Gandolfini's son, and how he was shaped in a big way by his "uncle" Dickie Moltisanti (Alessandro Nivola). The film also stars Leslie Odom Jr., Vera Farmiga, Jon Bernthal, Ray Liotta, Corey Stoll, Billy Magnussen, Michela De Rossi, and John Magaro.

This review is an excerpt from Episode #240 of the Cinemaholics Podcast. Our intro music this week is “Rainy Afternoon” by Josh Tarzi.

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Venom: Let There Be Carnage Oct 05, 2021

Speaking of toxic relationships, have you watched the new Venom movie, Venom: Let There Be Carnage? Tom Hardy returns as the sweaty, parasitic antihero, this time contending with the blood-red Carnage, played by Woody Harrelson. We review this latest comic-book movie from Sony and try to understand why these movies are so popular. Later in the show, we discuss The Many Saints of Newark, a prequel movie for the hit prestige drama The Sopranos, starring Michael Gandolfini (son of the late James Gandolfini) as a teenage Tony Soprano, which is now in theaters and playing on HBO Max for a limited time.

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00:00:00 – Intro
00:05:45 – Off-Topics: ranting about Antoine Fuqua movies and recent Oscar Isaac performances
00:20:05 – Venom: Let There Be Carnage review
00:55:30 – The Many Saints of Newark review

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No Time to Die Oct 02, 2021

We can't say this movie came out in no time. After 6 years of delays and false starts, Daniel Craig's final mission as James Bond culminates in this nearly 3-hour 007 sequel directed and co-written by Cary Joji Fukunaga and also written by Neal Purvis, Robert Wade, and Phoebe Waller-Bridge. This is a spoiler-free review of the movie, but at 00:54:30, we will give a fairly lengthy spoiler warning and begin talking about the ending of the movie and what we think might happen with the future of the Bond franchise.

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Dear Evan Hansen Sep 29, 2021

We’re definitely not sealing this review with a kiss. On this week’s show, our main review is Dear Evan Hansen, a film adaptation of the hit Broadway musical, starring Ben Platt, Amy Adams, Kaitlyn Dever, Amandla Stenberg, and Julianne Moore. We also do some catchup reviews on festival indie I’m Your Man, a Netflix Melissa McCarthy dramedy called The Starling, and the third season of “Sex Education” on Netflix.

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00:00:00 – Intro
00:05:55 – Brief thoughts on I’m Your Man
00:15:10 – Brief thoughts on The Starling
00:24:30 – Brief thoughts on “Sex Education” Season 3
00:33:05 – Dear Evan Hansen review

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Prisoners of the Ghostland Sep 24, 2021

Now streaming on demand, Prisoners of the Ghostland is a neo-noir action Western directed by Sion Sono and starring Nicolas Cage, who may or may not join us for this review to lend his own thoughts, let's find out. The film also stars Sofia Boutella and Bill Moseley.

This review is an excerpt from Episode #238 of the Cinemaholics Podcast. Our intro music this week is “Sous Vide Tofu” by Leo Low Pass & Chill Select.

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The Eyes of Tammy Faye Sep 23, 2021

Directed by Michael Showalter (The Big Sick) and starring Jessica Chastain and Andrew Garfield, The Eyes of Tammy Faye is a bio-drama about the infamous televangelists Tammy Faye Bakker and Jim Bakker. The cast also includes Vincent D'Onofrio and Cherry Jones.

This review is an excerpt from Episode #238 of the Cinemaholics Podcast. Our intro music this week is “Sous Vide Tofu” by Leo Low Pass & Chill Select.

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Cry Macho Sep 21, 2021

Don’t worry, these are tears of joy. Why? In this packed episode of Cinnamonholics, we dish on TIFF 2021, catch up on Paul Schrader’s The Card Counter and Justin Chon’s Blue Bayou, then review some movies. First, there’s Clint Eastwood’s new western, Cry Macho, starring himself, which just hit theaters and HBO Max. Then we get into The Eyes of Tammy Faye, starring Jessica Chastain, Andrew Garfield, and Jon’s personal, childhood memories (just wait). Then we have a special surprise celebrity guest (Nicolas Cage?!) on the show to help us review his new movie Prisoners of the Ghostland.

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00:00:00 – Cinnamonholics
00:15:45 – Brief thoughts on The Card Counter
00:26:20 – Brief thoughts on Blue Bayou
00:37:55 – TIFF 2021 wrap-up
00:59:30 – Cry Macho review
01:30:00 – The Eyes of Tammy Faye review
01:58:55 – Prisoners of the Ghostland review

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Malignant Sep 13, 2021

Special guest Ryan Oliver joins us for a review of Malignant, a giallo-esque horror thriller from James Wan that just hit wide release and HBO Max. The movie is so scary, in fact, Ryan Oliver cusses one time! We also talk about Kate, the latest action movie on Netflix about revenge (another one!) this time starring Mary Elizabeth Winstead and Woody Harrelson. We open the show with a brief check-in on the 2021 Toronto International Film Festival and some brief thoughts for Petite Maman from Celine Sciamma and The Voyeurs on Amazon Prime Video.

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00:00:00 – Intro
00:05:55 – TIFF 2021 check-in and Petite Maman
00:12:15 – Brief thoughts on The Voyeurs
00:16:10 – Malignant review
00:48:55 – Kate review

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Worth Sep 09, 2021

Now available on Netflix, Worth is a biographical drama starring Michael Keaton as a lawyer trying to sign on family members of 9/11 victims to a compensation fund that would prevent them from suing the airline industry and thus cratering the economy. The film was directed by Sara Colangelo with a screenplay by Max Borenstein. The cast includes Amy Ryan, Stanley Tucci, Tate Donovan, Shunori Ramanathan, and Laura Benanti.

This review is an excerpt from Episode #236 of the Cinemaholics Podcast. Our intro music this week is “New Beginnings” by Umys.

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Cinderella Sep 08, 2021

It's the movie that ended it all. Now available on Amazon Prime, Cinderella is the latest badaptation of the classic story, this time in musical form. Directed by Kay Cannon (Blockers) and starring Camila Cabello, along with some other recognizable faces who are probably regretting their involvement, this jukebox Glee monstrosity might have broken our hearts. And our brains. The cast includes Idina Menzel, Minnie Driver, Nicholas Galitzine, Billy Porter, Pierce Brosnan, and the society we live in.

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Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings Sep 07, 2021

Special guest Adonis Gonzalez returns for an action-packed review of Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings. No, this isn’t an arthouse remake of one of those Sonic movies, though the rings do look suspiciously familiar. This is the latest movie in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, their first Asian-led superhero flick, in fact. Later in the show, we also review Cinderella, a new musical adaptation of the classic story directed by Kay Cannon and starring Camila Cabello, which is now streaming on Amazon Prime. Then we cover the new 9/11 awards-bait drama, Worth, a Sundance 2020 release that is now available to stream on Netflix, which stars Michael Keaton, Stanley Tucci, and Amy Ryan.

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00:00:00 – Intro
00:05:30 – Jon recommends Afterlife of the Party on Netflix
00:11:25 – Shang-Chi review
00:54:10 – Cinderella review
01:30:35 – Worth review

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Vacation Friends Sep 03, 2021

You haven't heard from us in a few days, yes, but what can you do, we're on vacation! Making friends! Speaking of, here's our belated review of Vacation Friends, a new buddy comedy on Hulu starring Lil Rel Howery, John Cena, Meredith Hagner, and Yvonne Orji as a group of strangers who become friends while on vacation. Vacation friends! We also talk about the current state of wrestlers who become actors, then the problem with streaming-only movies having little-to-no pop cultural impact, so we might've made some vacation enemies after this.

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Candyman Aug 31, 2021

Special guest Adonis Gonzalez joins us to review Candyman, a horror legacy sequel to the iconic 1992 slasher. Directed and co-written by Nia DaCosta with Jordan Peele as producer and co-screenwriter, this new take on the urban legend stars Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, Teyonah Parris, Nathan Stewart-Jarrett, and Colman Domingo. We open the show with a brief review of He’s All That, the new Netflix teen rom-com based on the late 90s “classic,” She’s All That. And we finish the show with an announcement!

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00:00:00 – Intro
00:03:40 – Jon talks about He’s All That for some reason
00:13:30 – Candyman review
00:46:05 – Why we’re not giving grades on movies anymore

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Cryptozoo Aug 28, 2021

Now available to stream on demand and in limited theaters, Cryptozoo is an adult-animated dramedy from comic artist and animator Dash Shaw. One of our favorites from Sundance 2021, this zany, surrealist indie features the voice talents of Lake Bell, Michael Cera, Angeliki Papoulia, Zoe Kazan, Peter Stormare, Grace Zabriskie, Louisa Krause and Thomas Jay Ryan.

This review is an excerpt from Episode #234 of the Cinemaholics Podcast. Our intro music this week is “Copacabana” by flâneur, Bagira & TFS.

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Reminiscence Aug 27, 2021

Now in theaters and on HBO Max, Reminiscence is a neo-noir, sci-fi thriller starring Hugh Jackman as a man who can use a machine to display and travel through the memories of others with the help of his partner, played by Thandiwe Newton. The cast also includes Rebecca Ferguson, Cliff Curtis, Marina de Tavira, and Daniel Wu. The film was directed and produced by Lisa Joy in her feature debut and co-produced by her husband, Jonathan Nolan.

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Sweet Girl Aug 26, 2021

Now available on Netflix, Sweet Girl is an action thriller starring Jason Momoa and Isabel Merced as a father and daughter on the run from a political conspiracy catching up to their recent family tragedy. Will Ashton does want you to know that the movie takes place in some town in Pennsylvania, I forget which one. Anyway, this is the feature directorial debut of Brian Andrew Mendoza (Jason Momoa's friend?) with a screenplay by Philip Eisner and Gregg Hurwitz. And the cast includes Manuel Garcia-Rulfo, Raza Jaffrey, Justin Bartha, Lex Scott Davis, Michael Raymond-James, and Amy Brenneman.

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The Night House Aug 24, 2021

Don’t forget to lock your doors. This week we take a trip to The Night House, and it’s quite an inviting horror film starring Rebecca Hall. Later in the show, we check out Sweet Girl, the new Netflix thriller starring Jason Momoa and Isabela Merced. Then Reminiscence on HBO Max and in theaters, a sci-fi dystopian noir starring Hugh Jackman and Rebecca Ferguson. Then finally Cryptozoo, an adult animated indie favorite we saw at Sundance 2021, which is finally getting a limited and VOD release.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Intro
00:09:10 – The Protégé and PAW Patrol: The Movie critical reaction
00:20:55 – The Night House review
00:44:55 – Sweet Girl review
01:05:00 – Reminiscence review
01:25:15 – Cryptozoo review

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CODA Aug 21, 2021

Now available on Apple TV+ and in select theaters, CODA is a coming-of-age dramedy starring Emilia Jones as the teenage daughter of deaf parents. The Sundance Grand Jury winner was written and directed by Sian Heder, and the cast includes Marlee Matlin, Troy Kotsur, Daniel Durant, Eugenio Derbez, and Ferdia Walsh-Peelo.

This review is an excerpt from Episode #233 of the Cinemaholics Podcast. Our intro music this week is “ALL THAT COFFEE Ilsan” by OVN.

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Beckett Aug 19, 2021

Now available on Netflix, Beckett is a new action thriller starring John David Washington as an American tourist in Greece who has to go on the run from the local police for reasons unknown. Directed by Ferdinando Cito Filomarino, Beckett also stars Vicky Krieps, Boyd Holbrook, and Alicia Vikander.

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Free Guy Aug 17, 2021

It’s gametime. We’re back this week to review Free Guy, a new action comedy starring Ryan Reynolds as a non-playable character in a video game who becomes self-aware. We also review the new Netflix political thriller Beckett, which stars John David Washington as an unwitting fugitive in Greece. And then CODA, the Sundance Grand Jury winner about the child of deaf adults, which is now in select theaters and streaming on Apple TV+.

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00:00:00 – Intro
00:09:30 – Don’t Breathe 2 critical reaction, brief thoughts on Swan Songand Nine Days
00:30:10 – Free Guy review
01:16:15 – Beckett review
01:39:00 – CODA review

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Respect Aug 13, 2021

Special guest Kathia Woods joins the show this week for a bonus review of Respect, which stars Jennifer Hudson as Aretha Franklin in this musical biopic covering the highs and lows of the late Queen of Soul’s early career. The cast also includes Forest Whitaker, Marlon Wayans, Audra McDonald, Marc Maron, Tituss Burgess, Saycon Sengbloh, Hailey Kilgore, Skye Dakota Turner, Tate Donovan, and Mary J. Blige. The film was directed by Leisl Tommy in her feature debut, with a screenplay by Tracey Scott Wilson.

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Vivo Aug 11, 2021

Now available on Netflix, Vivo is a new animated musical from Sony Pictures Animation about a music-loving kinkajou (Lin-Manuel Miranda) who goes on a journey from Cuba to Florida. The film was directed and co-written by Kirk DeMicco (The Croods), along with Brandon Jeffords and Quiara Alegría Hudes. The voice cast includes Ynairaly Simo, Zoe Saldana, Juan de Marcos González, Michael Rooker, Brian Tyree Henry, Nicole Byer, and Gloria Estefan.

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Annette Aug 10, 2021

Now available in limited theatrical release, Annette is a new musical film from Leos Carax, director of Holy Motors. It stars Adam Driver and Marion Cotillard as talented artists who grapple with the pressures of fame and parenthood. Featuring original music and a screenplay by Ron Mael and Russell Mael, also known as the music duo, Sparks.

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The Suicide Squad Aug 09, 2021

So, what, we’re reviewing some new Suicide Squad movie? Close. It’s The Suicide Squad, this time, a standalone sequel and/or soft reboot of 2016’s Suicide Squad, now directed by James Gunn. But this isn’t your stepdad’s PG-13 Marvel space jam. Nope, this is an R-rated action comedy featuring a massive ensemble cast, which includes the return of Margot Robbie as Harley Quinn and Viola Davis as Amanda Waller, but also new characters played by Idris Elba, John Cena, Daniela Melchior, David Dastmalchian, and the voice of Sylvester Stallone. Later in the show, we also review Leo Carax’s new arthouse musical Annette, which stars Adam Driver and Marion Cotillard. Then Vivo, a Netflix animated musical from Sony starring Lin-Manuel Miranda.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Intro and some brief thoughts on 2016’s Suicide Squad
00:05:00 – The Suicide Squad review
00:53:20 – Annette review
01:24:05 – Vivo review

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Jungle Cruise Aug 03, 2021

Some people say this isn’t a “bolder” movie. But it does star the Rock. It’s hard to follow the dialogue. But at least it’s Blunt. No listener, you haven’t stumbled upon some pun-infested hell. No, you’ve found yourself on the Cinemaholics cruise with Jon and Will, as they review Jungle Cruise, the long-awaited adaptation of the Disney theme park ride starring Dwayne Johnson and Emily Blunt. Delayed twice since its original intended release in 2019, the movie is now available to watch in theaters and on Disney+ through Premiere Access.

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The Green Knight Jul 29, 2021

Special guest Alisha Grauso joins our roundtable to discuss The Green Knight, a new A24 fantasy epic from director/screenwriter David Lowery (A Ghost Story). The film stars Dev Patel as Sir Gawain, King Arthur’s nephew, who embarks on a dark, existential, anti-hero’s journey to his own doom. The film also stars Alicia Vikander, Joel Edgerton, Sarita Choudhury, Sean Harris, Barry Keoghan, Kate Dickie, and Ralph Ineson. And it’s loosely based on the poem, Sir Gawain and the Green Knight.

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Old Jul 26, 2021

Special guest Kimber Myers joins the show this week to review M. Night Shyamalan’s latest mind-bending horror thriller, Old, which stars Gael García Bernal, Vicky Krieps, Eliza Scanlen, Thomasin McKenzie, Alex Wolff, Abbey Lee, Aaron Pierre, Rufus Sewell, Ken Leung, Nikki Amuka-Bird, Embeth Davidtz, Emun Elliott, and Kathleen Chalfant. Here’s the real twist. We keep getting older, but Shyamalan’s movies stay the same.

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Snake Eyes: G.I. Joe Origins Jul 23, 2021

Yo, Joes, we know the G.I. Joe film franchise has been on leave since 2013, but the wait is finally over. Paramount just deployed Snake Eyes: G.I. Joe Origins, a reboot prequel centered around everyone’s favorite silent ninja, played here by a not-silent Henry Golding. Directed by Robert Schwentke (Red) with a screenplay by Evan Spiliotopoulos (Charlie’s Angels), this new origin story resets the character with his own solo feature. The cast includes Andrew Koji, Haruka Abe, Úrsula Corberó, Samara Weaving, Takehiro Hira, and Iko Uwais.

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Pig Jul 20, 2021

Sit down for a spell and enjoy a meal with us. That's right, we're doing a special bonus review of Pig, a new psychological drama from Neon starring Nicolas Cage, Alex Wolff, and Adam Arkin. Directed by Michael Sarnoski in his feature film debut, Pig is definitely not your average film, and we definitely have a lot to go full ham about with this one.

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Space Jam: A New Legacy Jul 19, 2021

Special guests Matt Serafini and Chris Sheridan join us for a 2-on-2 matchup over Space Jam: A New Legacy, the long-awaited sequel to the 1996 millennial fave, Space Jam. LeBron James steps into Michael Jordan’s sneakers, but not everyone on the show agrees he can fly in this massive, Warner Bros. commercial that at times features the Looney Tunes.

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00:00:00 – Shooting hoops with the boys
00:03:00 – Intro
00:05:10 – Space Jam: A New Legacy review

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Gunpowder Milkshake Jul 14, 2021

We’re back for a bonus episode covering Gunpowder Milkshake, a new action thriller now streaming on Netflix. Borrowing inspiration from a whole slew of movies like John Wick, Drive, Kill Bill, and many more, the film stars Karen Gillan as a bare-knuckle assassin on the run. The cast also includes Lena Headey, Carla Gugino, Michelle Yeoh, Angela Bassett, Chloe Coleman, and Paul Giamatti.

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Black Widow Jul 12, 2021

Special guest Emily Tannenbaum joins us to review Black Widow, the long-awaited Marvel action spy film starring Scarlett Johansson, Florence Pugh, David Harbour, and Rachel Weisz. We open the show with early buzz for the 2021 Cannes Film Festival, then some quick catchup on other movies and shows we saw this week. Will briefly shares his thoughts on I Think You Should Leave Season 2 on Netflix, Emily teases the first several episodes of the Gossip Girl reboot on HBO Max, and Jon covers Fear Street Part 2: 1978 on Netflix, Till Death starring Megan Fox, and Monsters at Work on Disney+.

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00:00:00 – Intro and early buzz for the 2021 Cannes Film Festival
00:11:45 – Brief thoughts on I Think You Should Leave Season 2, Gossip Girl reboot, Fear Street Part 2: 1978, Till Death, and Monsters at Work
00:29:40 – Black Widow review
00:55:55 – Spoilers for Black Widow

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No Sudden Move Jul 09, 2021

Now available to stream on HBO Max, No Sudden Move is a new crime thriller directed by Steven Soderbergh, with a screenplay by Ed Solomon. The film boasts an impressive cast in this 50s setting, which includes Don Cheadle, Benicio del Toro, David Harbour, Jon Hamm, Amy Seimetz, Brendan Fraser, Kieran Culkin, Noah Jupe, Craig Grant, Julia Fox, Frankie Shaw, Ray Liotta, and Bill Duke.

This review is an excerpt from Episode #227 of the Cinemaholics Podcast. The intro music is “Magnolia” by BROCKBEATS, Etymology Records.

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Summer of Soul Jul 08, 2021

Directed by Questlove, Summer of Soul (...Or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised) is a music documentary chronicling the 1969 Harlem Cultural Festival, which highlighted some unforgettable, transcendent performances at the same time as Woodstock. The film is now playing in select theaters through Searchlight Pictures and is available to stream on Hulu.

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Zola Jul 07, 2021

From A24, Zola is a dark comedy based on a viral Twitter thread by Aziah "Zola" King. Directed and co-written by Janicza Bravo, the film stars Taylour Paige as Zola, a part-time stripper who gets roped into a wild, dangerous trip to Tampa with a new friend (Riley Keough) who may be up to no good. The cast also includes Colman Domingo, Nicholas Braun, and Ariel Stachel.

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The Tomorrow War Jul 06, 2021

July 4th weekend passed, and we spent it doing (what else?) watching a ton of movies. In addition to our in-depth review of The Tomorrow War, the new Chris Pratt sci-fi blockbuster on Amazon Prime Video, we kicked off the show with a conversation about the Purge franchise, thanks to The Forever Purge (which we didn’t see). We also briefly went over Fear Street Part 1: 1994 on Netflix and The Boss Baby: Family Business. And finally, we did the reviews, which include Zola from A24, Summer of Soul from Searchlight, and No Sudden Move from Warner Bros.

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00:00:00 – Intro and The Forever Purge drama
00:17:40 – Brief thoughts on Fear Street Part 1: 1994 and The Boss Baby: Family Business
00:31:55 – The Tomorrow War review
01:05:55 – Zola review
01:24:50 – Summer of Soul review
01:41:30 – No Sudden Move review

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The Ice Road Jun 30, 2021

Now available to stream on Netflix, The Ice Road is an action thriller directed by Jonathan Hensleigh and starring Liam Neeson as a trucker who has to brave a perilous ice road in Canada to save a group of trapped miners. The film also stars Laurence Fishburne, Benjamin Walker, Amber Midthunder, Marcus Thomas, Holt McCallany, Martin Sensmeier, Matt McCoy, and Matt Salinger. UK listeners can find this movie streaming on Amazon Prime Video.

This review is an excerpt from Episode #226 of the Cinemaholics Podcast. The intro music is “Headphones and Hoodies” by Lamar Azul & Palpal.

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False Positive Jun 29, 2021

Now available to stream on Hulu, False Positive is a horror thriller from A24 directed by John Lee and co-written by Ilana Glazer, who also stars in the film alongside Justin Theroux, Pierce Brosnan, and Sophia Bush.

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F9: The Fast Saga Jun 28, 2021

Fasten your seatbelts, and yes, “F” is for family. That’s right, we’re talking F9: The Fast Saga this week, which is the ninth film in Universal’s Fast & Furious franchise. Once again starring Vin Diesel, Michelle Rodriguez, Tyrese Gibson, Charlize Theron, plus newcomer John Cena, F9 is now in theaters and running laps around the box office. Also in this week’s show, we talk about False Positive, a new horror movie starring Ilana Glazer that is currently haunting Hulu. And we finish out this long and winding episode with The Ice Road, a new Netflix action thriller starring Liam Neeson.

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00:00:00 – Intro & brief thoughts on I Carry You With Me, Werewolves Within, and Good on Paper
00:11:15 – F9: The Fast Saga review
00:50:55 – False Positive review
01:10:40 – The Ice Road review

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Summer of 85 Jun 25, 2021

Now available in limited release, Summer of 85 is a French-Belgian romance film from director François Ozon. It stars Félix Lefebvre and Benjamin Voisin as two young men who strike up a passionate bond over one fateful summer in a French coastal town, and it's partly based on Aidan Chambers' 1982 novel, Dance on My Grave.

This review is an excerpt from Episode #225 of the Cinemaholics Podcast. The intro music is “Under the Sea” by RdBeats & Kuba.

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Hitman's Wife's Bodyguard Jun 24, 2021

Now released through Lionsgate, Hitman's Wife's Bodyguard is the (long-awaited?) sequel to the 2017 action comedy The Hitman's Bodyguard. Ryan Reynolds, Samuel L. Jackson, and Salma Hayek reprise their roles in this mismatched follow-up directed by Patrick Hughes. And the cast also includes Antonio Banderas, Frank Grillo, Tom Hopper, and Morgan Freeman.

This review is an excerpt from Episode #225 of the Cinemaholics Podcast. The intro music is “Under the Sea” by RdBeats & Kuba.

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The Sparks Brothers Jun 23, 2021

Now being released in theaters by Focus Features, The Sparks Brothers is a music documentary from Edgar Wright. It outlines the unlikely rise to underground success for the pop-rock duo Sparks, made up by brothers Ron and Russell Mael.

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Luca Jun 21, 2021

Our heads are finally above water this week, because we’re reviewing Luca, a new Pixar movie about two young sea monsters who explore an Italian coastal town during an unforgettable summer. We also discuss TheSparks Brothers, Edgar Wright’s music documentary about “your favorite band’s favorite band.” Then we get into Hitman’s Wife’s Bodyguard, the action comedy sequel to the action comedy you probably didn’t see or remember. And we finish out the show with a breezy review of Summer of 85, a coming-of-age indie romance about two young men exploring their mortality and sexuality.

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00:00:00 – Intro
00:01:20 – Luca review
00:39:30 – The Sparks Brothers review
00:55:15 – Hitman’s Wife’s Bodyguard review
01:07:55 – Summer of 85 review

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Censor Jun 17, 2021

Now in select theaters and video-on-demand starting June 18, Censor is a British horror film from Magnolia, directed and co-written by Prano Bailey-Bond. It stars Niamh Algar as a film censor in the 1980s struggling to balance fiction and reality as she starts to see comparisons between real-life events and brutal horror depicted in the video nasties of the era. The film also stars Nicholas Burns, Vincent Franklin, Sophia La Porta, Adrian Schiller and Michael Smiley.

This review is an excerpt from Episode #224 of the Cinemaholics Podcast. The intro music is “Bossa em Havana” by Leo Franciozi & Linearwave.

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Holler Jun 16, 2021

Now available in limited release from IFC Films, Holler is a new drama from Nicole Riegel in her directorial debut. It stars Jessica Barden as a young woman in the "rust belt" who must scrape by and take on a dangerous side job in order to save up enough money for college. The film also stars Becky Ann Baker, Pamela Adlon, Gus Harper, and Austin Amelio.

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Wish Dragon Jun 15, 2021

Now available on Netflix, Wish Dragon is a new computer-animated fantasy comedy from Sony Pictures Animation. It's an American-Chinese redux of Aladdin, with Chris Appelhans as writer and director and Jackie Chan as producer and voice actor for the Mandarin dub. The film stars Jimmy Wong as Din, a Chinese teenager who unwittingly discovers a genie-like "wish dragon," voiced by John Cho, who might be able to grant his deepest desires. The voice cast also includes Constance Wu, Natasha Liu Bordizzo, Jimmy O. Yang, Aaron Yoo, Will Yun Lee, and Ronny Chieng.

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In the Heights Jun 14, 2021

Our sueñito this week is to review In the Heights, the film adaptation of Lin-Manuel Miranda's hit Broadway musical from 2008, directed by Jon M. Chu with a screenplay from Quiara Alegría Hudes. Now in theaters and on HBO Max for a limited time, this massive spectacle of a Nuevo York musical stars Anthony Ramos, Corey Hawkins, Leslie Grace, Melissa Barrera, Olga Merediz, Jimmy Smits, and many more. We kick off this week's show with some mini reviews for George A. Romero's lost film The Amusement Park and Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway. And we finish this extra-long show with reviews for Wish Dragon, Holler, Censor, and The Misfits.

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00:00:00 – Intro & Off-Topics
00:04:35 – The Amusement Park mini review
00:10:45 – Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway mini review
00:26:15 – In the Heights review
01:02:15 – Wish Dragon review
01:21:25 – Holler review
01:35:15 – Censor review
01:46:50 – The Misfits review

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Bo Burnham: Inside Jun 09, 2021

Special guest Cory Woodroof joins the show for an in-depth conversation about Bo Burnham: Inside, an experimental comedy special (and film, sort of?) that just hit Netflix. Burnham spent a year, alone, developing a one-man show set in just one location, where he uses original music and complex staging to comment on social media, pop culture, and mental health issues.

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All Light, Everywhere Jun 09, 2021

From Super LTD, All Light, Everywhere is the latest documentary from Theo Anthony. It uncovers the abstract challenges of objectivity, specifically when it comes to using body cameras for policing. The film premiered at this past year's Sundance Film Festival, where it won the U.S. Documentary Special Jury Award for Nonfiction Experimentation.

This review is an excerpt from Episode #223 of the Cinemaholics Podcast. The intro music is “Effervescent” by Lamar Azul.

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The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It Jun 07, 2021

No one made us review The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It, the third entry in the main horror series of Conjuring films and eighth overall film in the “Conjuring Universe.” This time directed by Michael Chaves (The Curse of La Llorona), the supernatural film once again stars Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga as Ed and Lorraine Warren, the paranormal investigative duo tasked with solving a spooky conspiracy involving demonic possession, a murder trial, and even an evil cult. Also in this week’s show, we briefly discuss “Mare of Easttown” spoiler-free and review All Light, Everywhere, a new documentary from Theo Anthony about the abstract challenges of using body cameras to hold police officers accountable.

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00:00:00 – Intro & Jon’s spoiler-free thoughts on HBO’s “Mare of Easttown”
00:12:05 – The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It review
00:34:25 – All Light, Everywhere review

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Au Hasard Balthazar (1966) Jun 04, 2021

Celebrating 55 years since its release in 1966, Au Hasard Balthazar is considered by many to be one of the greatest films of all time, and yes, we’ve been long overdue to tackle a film from the one and only Robert Bresson, whose work has influenced filmmakers of all stripes for over half a century. The film stars Anne Wiazemsky a young French woman who develops a striking bond with a donkey she’s known since its birth, and we see a chronicling of her hardships as they parallel the inhumane treatment of Balthazar, a creature representing innocence in its rawest form.

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Plan B Jun 03, 2021

Now available to stream on Hulu, Plan B is a new teen comedy from director Natalie Morales with a screenplay by Prathi Srinivasan and Joshua Levy. It stars Victoria Moroles and Kuhoo Verma as a best friend duo trying to get the "Plan B" pill in rural South Dakota. Special guests Mae Abdulbaki and Shea Vassar join the show for this bonus review.

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The Dry Jun 02, 2021

Now available on VOD and in select theaters, The Dry is an Australian mystery thriller starring Eric Bana as a federal agent who returns home to help solve a dark conspiracy plaguing the community. The film was directed by Robert Connolly, who co-wrote the screenplay with Harry Cripps. The cast includes Genevieve O'Reilly, Keir O'Donnell, and John Polson. And it's based on the eponymous 2016 novel by Jane Harper.

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A Quiet Place: Part II Jun 01, 2021

After a year of silence, the delayed "Part II" of the 2018 surprise hit A Quiet Place just landed in theaters via Paramount. John Krasinski returns as writer and director in this fraught post-apocalyptic horror film about a family trying to survive in a world where monsters hunt by sound. Emily Blunt, Millicent Simmonds, and Noah Jupe return for the sequel with the additions of Cillian Murphy and Djimon Hounsou to the cast.

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Cruella May 31, 2021

Relax, darling, we’re working overtime this holiday weekend to bring you our in-depth thoughts of Cruella, the latest Disney live-action reimagining, this time focusing on the delirious origins of Cruella de Vil, portrayed here by Emma Stone in a sprawling crime comedy directed by Craig Gillespie and written by Dana Fox and Tony McNamara. We also discuss Amazon’s acquisition of MGM and what that might mean for the future of the movie industry, plus some extra thoughts on the other films we saw this past week.

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00:00:00 – Intro & Off-Topics
00:4:10 – Amazon bought MGM. So what happens next?
00:17:30 – Cruella review

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The Killing of Two Lovers May 26, 2021

Now in limited release from Neon, The Killing of Two Lovers is an indie drama from writer/director Robert Machoian, who also produced and edited the film. It stars Clayne Crawford as a father on the brink of divorce, as he struggles to make sense of what his options are going forward. The film premiered last year at Sundance and the cast also includes Sepideh Moafi, Chris Coy, Avery Pizzuto, Arri Graham and Ezra Graham.

This review is an excerpt from Episode #221 of the Cinemaholics Podcast. The intro music is “Deep Dive” by Smeeagain, Captian Waves & Tomas Delfgaauw.

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Riders of Justice May 26, 2021

Now available on VOD, Riders of Justice is a Danish revenge/action dramedy from writer/director Anders Thomas Jensen. It stars Mads Mikkelsen in a surprisingly heartfelt and unconventional ensemble film about found families during times of grief and crisis. The cast also includes Nikolaj Lie Kaas, Andrea Heick Gadeberg, Lars Brygmann, and Nicolas Bro.

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Army of the Dead May 24, 2021

Not sure if this one will get a director’s cut, but whatever the case, Army of the Dead is the latest film from Zack Snyder, harkening back to his undead roots in a subversive “zombie heist” action film starring Dave Bautista and now streaming on Netflix. We also discuss Riders of Justice, an action, revenge dramedy (seriously) from acclaimed Danish screenwriter and director Anders Thomas Jensen, which stars Mads Mikkelsen. And we finish out the show with a gushing review of Neon’s latest indie drama, The Killing of Two Lovers, which is from first-time director Robert Machoian and stars Clayne Crawford.

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00:00:00 – Intro & Off-Topics
00:13:30 – Army of the Dead review
00:35:55 – Riders of Justice review
00:54:00 – The Killing of Two Lovers review

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Oxygen May 20, 2021

Now available on Netflix, Oxygen is an American-French sci-fi thriller from director Alexandre Aja with Christie LeBlanc as screenwriter. It stars Mélanie Laurent as a woman who mysteriously wakes up inside a medical cryogenic chamber with no memory or obvious means of escape. The cast also includes Mathieu Amalric and Malik Zidi.

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The Woman in the Window May 19, 2021

Now available on Netflix, The Woman in the Window is a new psychological thriller starring Amy Adams as an agoraphobic loner in Manhattan who witnesses some strange occurrences happening with her new neighbors. This is based on the 2018 novel, and it's being adapted by director Joe Wright from a screenplay by Tracy Letts. The film's cast includes Gary Oldman, Julianne Moore, Brian Tyree Henry, Wyatt Russell, Anthony Mackie, Jennifer Jason Leigh, and Fred Hechinger.

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Those Who Wish Me Dead May 17, 2021

Be careful what you wish for. And that doesn’t just apply to our mini review of The Djinn from IFC Midnight. Nope, our main review this week is Those Who Wish Me Dead from Taylor Sheridan and starring Angelina Jolie, which just hit theaters and HBO Max. We also briefly discuss the “screen life” or “screen share” movie Profile, the latest Amy Adams Netflix movie The Woman in the Window, and a French sci-fi on Netflix called Oxygen, which stars Mélanie Laurent.

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00:00:00 – Intro & Off-Topics
00:06:30 – Profile mini review
00:15:45 – The Djinn mini review
00:21:20 – Those Who Wish Me Dead review
00:43:00 – The Woman in the Window review
01:06:10 – Oxygen review

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Pink Skies Ahead May 13, 2021

Recently released by MTV Films, Pink Skies Ahead is a new dramedy from Kelly Oxford in her directorial debut. It stars Jessica Barden as a young writer in the 90s trying to navigate her changing mental health as she ages into adulthood. The film also stars Rosa Salazar, Odeya Rush, Marcia Gay Harden, Henry Winkler, and Mary J. Blige.

This review is an excerpt from Episode #219 of the Cinemaholics Podcast. The intro music is “Sage” by Estoric.

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Monster May 12, 2021

Now available on Netflix, Monster is a legal drama starring Kelvin Harrison Jr. as a kid who faces trial for a crime he says he never committed. Anthony Mandler directed this film from a screenplay by Radha Blank, Cole Wiley, and Janece Shaffer. It's based on the eponymous novel by Walter Dean Myers. The cast also includes Jennifer Ehle, Jeffrey Wright, Jennifer Hudson, Rakim "A$AP Rocky" Mayers, Tim Blake Nelson, and John David Washington.

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Mainstream May 11, 2021

Even if Cinemaholics isn’t your main stream, we hope you join us for our review of Mainstream, a new indie satire from IFC Films starring Andrew Garfield, Maya Hawke, Nat Wolff, and Jason Schwartzman. Also on the show, we’re covering a few mini reviews, including “Jupiter’s Legacy” on Netflix and David Oyelowo’s feature directorial debut, The Water Man. And we finish things up with some discussion of the new Netflix drama Monster starring Kelvin Harrison Jr. and coming-of-age 90s dramedy Pink Skies Ahead from first-time director Kelly Oxford.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Intro & Off-Topics
00:04:55 – The Water Man mini review
00:11:00 – “Jupiter’s Legacy” Season 1 mini review
00:23:05 – Mainstream review
00:55:20 – Monster review
01:18:10 – Pink Skies Ahead review

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Wrath of Man May 09, 2021

Special guest Isaac Feldberg joins the show for a review of the new action crime thriller Wrath of Man, directed and co-written by Guy Ritchie and starring Jason Statham as a cash truck driver out for revenge. This is a remake of the 2004 French film Cash Truck from Nicolas Boukhrief, and the cast includes Holt McCallany, Jeffrey Donovan, Josh Hartnett, Laz Alonso, and Scott Eastwood.

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The Disciple May 07, 2021

Now available on Netflix, The Disciple is a new Indian drama written, directed, and edited by Chaitanya Tamhane. It stars Aditya Modak as a young man trying to find success with classical music, but over the years begins to wonder if he has what it takes. The film also stars Arun Dravid, Sumitra Bhave, Deepika Bhide Bhagwat, and Kiran Yadnyopavit. Alfonso Cuarón serves as executive producer.

This review is an excerpt from Episode #218 of the Cinemaholics Podcast. The intro music is “Detective Jazz” by Roelo.

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The Outside Story May 06, 2021

Now available to stream On Demand, The Outside Story is a new indie comedy written and directed by Casimir Nozkowski. It stars Brian Tyree Henry as a heartbroken introvert who gets locked out of his Brooklyn apartment. The film also stars Sunita Mani, Sonequa Martin-Green, Olivia Edward, Asia Kate Dillon, Maria Dizzia, and Rebecca Naomi Jones.

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Limbo May 05, 2021

Now in limited release from Focus Features, Limbo is a new dramedy from director Ben Sharrock. It's about a group of refugees who have to take cultural awareness classes on a remote island in Scotland while waiting to find out if their asylum will be approved. The film stars Amir El-Masry, Vikash Bhai, Kais Nashef, Sidse Babett Knudsen, Ola Orebiyi, Kwabena Ansah, and Kenneth Collard.

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Without Remorse May 04, 2021

Now available to stream on Amazon Prime Video, Without Remorse is a new action thriller based on the 1993 novel by Tom Clancy. It stars Michael B. Jordan as John Kelly, a U.S. Navy Seal who goes rogue after a fateful mission gets personal. The cast also includes Jamie Bell, Jodie Turner-Smith, and Guy Pearce.

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The Mitchells vs. the Machines May 03, 2021

It’s Negroni vs. Ashton on this week’s episode of Cinemaholics. That’s right, we’re reviewing The Mitchells vs. the Machines, the latest Sony Animation movie, now being released on Netflix. Most critics are loving this animated sci-fi family film, but the real fur is about to fly over the podcast airwaves. Also on the show, we’re covering Without Remorse, the latest Tom Clancy adaption, this time starring Michael B. Jordan and coming straight to Amazon Prime Video. There’s also Limbo from director Ben Sharrock, The Outside Story starring Brian Tyree Henry, and finally The Disciple, an Indian festival darling that just dropped on Netflix.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Film Podcast School
00:02:30 – Intro & Off-Topics
00:05:05 – The Mitchells vs. the Machines review
00:30:45 – Without Remorse review
00:46:10 – Limbo review
01:00:20 – The Outside Story review
01:16:20 – The Disciple review

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A Place in the Sun (1951) Apr 30, 2021

Our film anniversary this month belongs to the romantic drama Charlie Chaplin once called “the greatest movie ever made about America.” That’s right, we’re diving into A Place in the Sun, starring Montgomery Clift, Elizabeth Taylor, and Shelley Winters, with supporting turns from Anne Revere and Raymond Burr. Directed by George Stevens and written by Harry Brown and Michael Wilson, this awards-heavy favorite among classic film lovers celebrates 70 years since premiering at the Cannes Film Festival in 1951, and it was the second film adaptation of the 1925 novel An American Tragedy by Theodore Dreiser, which was also a place of the same name.

MUSIC IN THIS EPISODE: The opening theme of A Place in the Sun, composed by Franz Waxman and Daniele Amfitheatrof.

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Together Together Apr 29, 2021

Now available in select theaters, Together Together is a new Sundance comedy from writer/director Nikole Beckwith. It stars Ed Helms and Patti Harrison, who become unlikely friends after he hires her for a surrogate pregnancy. The film also stars Tig Notaro, Anna Konkle, and Julio Torres.

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Stowaway Apr 28, 2021

Now available to stream on Netflix in the U.S. and Prime Video in Canada, Stowaway is a new sci-fi thriller directed by Joe Penna, who co-wrote the film with Ryan Morrison. It stars Anna Kendrick, Daniel Dae Kim, and Toni Collette as a trio of Mars-bound astronauts who discover a surprise addition to their small, compressed spacecraft.

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Mortal Kombat Apr 27, 2021

Get over here? More like get over it! Anyway, this week on the show we talk about Mortal Kombat, a reboot of the film franchise based on the series of video games that just hit HBO Max and is now playing in theaters. We also review Stowaway, a new sci-fi thriller on Netflix. And we finish the show with a review of Together Together, a quirky Sundance comedy that is now in limited release. And if you’re curious what we thought of the Oscars 2021 ceremony, we open the show with some of our brief thoughts.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – An announcement
00:02:50 – Intro & our reactions to the 2021 Oscars
00:21:30 – We Broke Up mini review
00:24:45 – Mortal Kombat review
00:49:40 – Stowaway review
01:08:20 – Together Together review

Intro Music: “Techno Syndrome (Mortal Kombat)” by The Immortals

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Shadow and Bone Season 1 Apr 23, 2021

Special guest Alisha Grauso joins the show for a bonus discussion of “Shadow and Bone,” a brand new dark fantasy series that just hit Netflix. We chat about how the show measures up to the first book in the Shadow and Bone trilogy by Leigh Bardugo, plus how newcomers to the story might get instantly hooked on this intriguing and unique world filled with “magic” (or small science?) and swashbuckling thieving crews.

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Oscars 2021 – If We Picked the Winners! Apr 22, 2021

On this special bonus episode of Cinemaholics, we pick our own winners for the 2021 Academy Awards. Inspired by the Siskel and Ebert classic format, we go through the nominees of almost every category and explain our respective choices.

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Arlo the Alligator Boy Apr 21, 2021

Now available to stream on Netflix, Arlo the Alligator Boy is a new 2D-animated family musical adventure from first-time director Ryan Crego. It features the voice talents of Michael J. Woodard, Mary Lambert, Jonathan Van Ness, Tony Hale, Annie Potts, Flea, Jennifer Coolidge, and more.

This review is an excerpt from Episode #216 of the Cinemaholics Podcast. Our intro music this week is “Skipping Breakfast” by Sinnr.

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Jakob's Wife Apr 20, 2021

Now available to watch in theaters and on demand via RLJE Films and Shudder, Jakob's Wife is a new horror thriller directed and co-written by Travis Stevens. It stars legendary scream queen Barbara Crampton and the prolific Larry Fessenden as a married couple grappling with an infestation of supernatural horrors creeping into the rut of their relationship.

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Monday Apr 19, 2021

Come fly to Greece with us for a weekend of reviews we’ll never forget. This week our main review is the new romance dramedy Monday, which stars Sebastian Stan and Denise Gough as two self-destructive lovers. We also have some brief Oscars talk and quickly review Ben Wheatley’s new sci-fi indie, In the Earth. Last, we finish the show with reviews for the new vampire horror Jakob’s Wife and the animated Netflix musical Arlo the Alligator Boy.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – The Last Movie Theater
00:04:00 – Intro & brief Oscars talk
00:12:00 – In the Earth mini review
00:22:40 – Monday review
00:43:50 – Jakob’s Wife review
01:02:45 – Arlo the Alligator Boy review

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Slalom Apr 14, 2021

Now available via Kino Lorber, Slalom is a Cannes-selected sports drama from debut feature filmmaker Charlène Favier. It follows the harrowing story of a teenage ski prodigy who falls under the predatory influence of her exploitative coach. The film stars Noée Abita, Jérémie Renier, Marie Denarnaud, and Muriel Combeau.

This review is an excerpt from Episode #215 of the Cinemaholics Podcast. Our intro music this week is “Misty (feat. Mood.Night)” by Maple Syrup.

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Thunder Force Apr 13, 2021

Now streaming on Netflix, Thunder Force is a new superhero comedy starring Melissa McCarthy and Octavia Spencer as two estranged friends who develop incredible powers in a world where the criminals already have special abilities. The cast also includes Bobby Cannavale, Jason Batemen, Pom Klementieff, and Melissa Leo. The film was directed by McCarthy's husband and frequent collaborator, Ben Falcone.

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Voyagers Apr 12, 2021

The teens aren’t all right on this week’s show. Our first review of the week is Voyagers, a new sci-fi drama from Neil Burger starring Tye Sheridan, Lily-Rose Depp, Fionn Whitehead, and Colin Farrell, which just launched in theaters. We also discuss Thunder Force, Netflix’s superhero action comedy from Ben Falcone and Melissa McCarthy, who co-stars in the film alongside Octavia Spencer. Last, we hit the slippery slopes of Slalom, a festival indie skiing drama from up-and-coming French director Charlène Favier.

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00:00:00 – FCR, Film Critic Radio
00:03:20 – Intro & our thoughts on the passing of DMX
00:11:40 – Voyagers review
00:39:20 – Thunder Force review
01:06:20 – Slalom review

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WeWork: Or the Making and Breaking of a $47 Billion Unicorn Apr 08, 2021

Now streaming on Hulu, WeWork: Or the Making and Breaking of a $47 Billion Unicorn is a new documentary from Jed Rothstein that follows the spectacular rise (and fall) of WeWork, a coworking startup with an almost cult-like CEO (Adam Neumann) running their descent into financial madness.

This review is an excerpt from Episode #214 of the Cinemaholics Podcast. Our intro music this week is "Intent” by UKDD.

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Concrete Cowboy Apr 06, 2021

Now available to stream on Netflix, Concrete Cowboy is a new urban western drama starring Idris Elba, Caleb McLaughlin, Jharrel Jerome, and Clifford "Method Man" Smith. It centers around a real-life horse riding culture in Philadelphia and is directed and co-written by Ricky Staub.

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Shiva Baby Apr 05, 2021

Our main review this week is Shiva Baby, a new festival darling dark comedy written and directed by Emma Seligman in her feature film debut. In addition to discussing that film, along with Netflix’s Concrete Cowboy and Hulu’s WeWork: Or the Making and Breaking of a $47 Billion Unicorn, we discuss the new trailer for Space Jam: A New Legacy and debate whether or not Rogue One: A Star Wars Story is good. Plus we go on a weird rant about streaming services as high school cliques.

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00:00:00 – Mister Millennial considers the vaccine
00:02:45 – Space Jam: A New Legacy trailer discussion
00:15:10 – Is Rogue One: A Star Wars Story good?
00:25:05 – Shiva Baby review
00:51:15 – Concrete Cowboy review
01:06:15 – WeWork: Or the Making and Breaking of a $47 Billion Unicorn review

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Godzilla vs. Kong Apr 02, 2021

It's Jon vs. Will on this week's bonus episode of Cinemaholics. Who will prevail? Hard to say. But they do their best to battle out their differing takes on not only Godzilla vs. Kong, but Legendary's overall "MonsterVerse" to date. Their latest effort comes to us from director Adam Wingard and stars Alexander Skarsgård, Millie Bobby Brown, Rebecca Hall, Brian Tyree Henry, Shun Oguri, Eiza González, Julian Dennison, Kyle Chandler, and Demián Bichir.

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The Courier Mar 31, 2021

The Courier is a new Cold War drama directed by Dominic Cooke and starring Benedict Cumberbatch, Rachel Brosnahan, Jessie Buckley, Merab Ninidze, and Angus Wright. The film follows the true story of Greville Wynne (Cumberbatch), who assisted in delivering crucial intel from a source in Moscow before and during the Cuban Missile Crisis of the 1960s. The film originally premiered at Sundance 2020 as Ironbark, and it's now available in theaters.

This review is an excerpt from Episode #213 of the Cinemaholics Podcast. Our intro music this week is “U” by Wieland & Ulrich.

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Bad Trip Mar 30, 2021

Directed by Kitao Sakurai, Bad Trip is a new hidden camera comedy starring Eric Andre, Lil Rel Howery, and Tiffany Haddish. The prank film has just come out on Netflix after a series of delays from Orion Pictures.

This review is an excerpt from Episode #213 of the Cinemaholics Podcast. Our intro music this week is “U” by Wieland & Ulrich.

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Nobody Mar 29, 2021

Bob Odenkirk is an unlikely action hero in Nobody, a new thriller from Ilya Naishuller, the director of Hardcore Henry. We discuss the film and Odenkirk’s surprising turn in it as a seemingly mediocre guy who goes full John Wick when a mob of Russians begins to target him and his family. Afterward, we discuss Bad Trip on Netflix and The Courier, which recently hit theaters.

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00:00:00 – Will Somebody
00:03:10 – Intro & Off Topics
00:07:00 – Nobody review
00:18:10 – Bad Trip review
00:18:10 – The Courier review

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Invincible Mar 26, 2021

Special guest Mekishana Pierre joins us today for a bonus review of “Invincible,” a new animated superhero show created by Robert Kirkman and adapted from his 2003 comic book series. We discuss our general, spoiler-three thoughts on the first three episodes of the series, which you can watch right now on Amazon Prime Video. And the show features a stellar voice cast: Steven Yeun, J.K. Simmons, Sandra Oh, Walton Goggins, and many more.

Intro music: “Atlantis (feat. J Vibes)” by Alberto Droguett” by Tom Holkenborg

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Gilda (1946) Mar 25, 2021

This month on Extra Milestone, we jump back in time 75 years to discuss Gilda, a cult classic film noir starring Rita Hayworth, Glenn Ford, and George Macready. Directed by Charles Vidor and co-written by Jo Eisinger and Marion Parsonnet (with an uncredited contribution from Ben Hecht), the story is adapted from the work of E.A. Ellington, and it centers around gambling con man Johnny Farrell (Ford), whose amoral casino boss Ballin (Macready) surprises him with the revelation of his new, striking wife Gilda (Hayworth). We discuss the film’s resonant themes all these years later, its impact on the noir genre, and how the film relates to other iconic dramas from the era.

MUSIC IN THIS EPISODE: The opening theme of Gilda.

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Zack Snyder's Justice League Mar 23, 2021

Don’t worry, this shouldn’t take four hours. Special guest Adonis Gonzalez joins us to review Zack Snyder’s Justice League, the epic “Snydercut” or director’s cut of the 2017 superteam movie dud, which has just premiered on HBO Max. We discuss the legacy of Zack Snyder’s filmography, his work on the DCEU (DC Extended Universe), and the potential future of DC superheroes on the big screen.

Intro music: “At the Speed of Force” by Tom Holkenborg

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The Best Films of SXSW 2021 Mar 22, 2021

South By Southwest 2021 was held virtually this year, and its film festival portion certainly had plenty to offer all you Cinemaholics. We get into some of our general thoughts of the festival and discuss common themes between the premieres. Plus we dig into our favorite films, from indie headliners like The Fallout and Violet to crowd-pleasing darlings like Language Lessons and Best Summer Ever. Andfinally we touch on some of the buzziest narrative features and documentaries of the fest, which include Demi Lovato: Dancing with the Devil, Alone Together, and plenty more.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Jon reviews Home Alone 4 in front of an entire plane
00:04:35 – Our general thoughts on SXSW 2021
00:24:15 – Our favorite films of SXSW 2021
01:18:10 – Other films worth mentioning from SXSW 2021

Intro music: “Atlantis (feat. J Vibes)” by Alberto Droguett

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The Last Right Mar 19, 2021

Directed by Aoife Crehan, The Last Right is a new road trip dramedy about two estranged brothers who embark on a journey across Ireland to reunited two deceased brothers. The film stars Michiel Huisman, Niamh Algar, Samuel Bottomley, Brian Cox, Colm Meaney, Michael McElhatton, and Eleanor O'Brien.

This review is an excerpt from Episode #211 of the Cinemaholics Podcast. Our intro music this week is “Behind the Breath” by FaOut & middt.

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Kid 90 Mar 18, 2021

You might remember Soleil Moon Frye as Punky Brewster. But in her debut film, Kid 90, the former child star re-examines a decade of her life in the aftermath of the hit show using the format of a highly personal and experimental documentary. Carrying a video camera everywhere she went in the 90s, Frye managed to capture the highs and lows of her friends growing up around Hollywood and New York City, dealing with addiction, heartbreak, and the consequences of fame. The documentary is now available to stream on Hulu, and it features many other former child stars, including David Arquette, Stephen Dorff, Balthazar Getty, Mark-Paul Gosselaar, Brian Austin Green, Tori Leonard, Heather McComb, and more.

This review is an excerpt from Episode #211 of the Cinemaholics Podcast. Our intro music this week is “Behind the Breath” by FaOut & middt.

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Yes Day Mar 17, 2021

Today we're saying yes to reviewing Yes Day, the latest family comedy film directed by Miguel Arteta and now available to stream on Netflix. Based on the children's book by Amy Krouse Rosenthal, Yes Day stars Jennifer Garner and Édgar Ramirez as two normally uptight parents who allow their children a full 24 hours where they get to make the rules. The film also stars Jenna Ortega, Nate Faxon, Julian Lerner, and Everly Carganilla.

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Cherry Mar 15, 2021

Tom Holland and Ciara Bravo star in Cherry, a new heavy drama on Apple TV+ from the Russo Brothers. We discuss the film and its interesting…perspectives on this week’s show, along with reviews for Yes Day, Kid 90, and The Last Right. We open the show with a quick, super-serious crossover with Biff and Marty from Collision Movie Smackdown, in which they interview “Tom Holland.”

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Collision Movie Smackdown FEAT. “Tom Holland”
00:02:50 – Intro & Off-Topics
00:08:15 – Cherry
00:27:35 – Yes Day
00:41:10 – Kid 90
00:55:05 – The Last Right

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The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge on the Run Mar 12, 2021

Special guest Matt Serafini joins us this week for a bonus review of The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge on the Run, which is now available to stream on Paramount+. In addition to discussing this third movie about everyone’s favorite undersea sponge, we also wax poetic about the ongoing legacy of “SpongeBob SquarePants” and its impact on pop culture over the last 20 years.

Sponge on the Run was directed and written by Tim Hill, who co-wrote the screenplay with Jonathan Aibel and Glenn Berger. The voice acting features most of the main cast of the television series: Tom Kenny, Bill Fagerbakke, Rodger Bumpass, Clancy Brown, Mr. Lawrence, Carolyn Lawrence, and Jill Talley. Additionally, the film features a mix of live-action cameos and voice acting from Awkwafina, Matt Berry, Tiffany Haddish, Danny Trejo, Snoop Dogg, Reggie Watts, and Keanu Reeves. The film was dedicated to Stephen Hillenburg, the original creator of the show.

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Moxie Mar 11, 2021

Moxie — or MOXIE! — is a new teen dramedy on Netflix and Amy Poheler's sophomore film as director (she also co-stars in it). It's adapted from a novel by Jennifer Mathieu and stars Hadley Robinson, Alycia Pascual-Peña, Lauren Tsai, Patrick Schwarzenegger, Nico Hiraga, Sydney Park, Josephine Langford, Clark Gregg, Ike Barinholtz, and Marcia Gay Harden.

This review is an excerpt from Episode #210 of the Cinemaholics Podcast. Our intro music this week is “Out of Focus” by Crispy Beats.

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Sophie Jones Mar 10, 2021

Our indie palate cleanser of the week is Sophie Jones, the directorial debut of Jessie Barr, who co-wrote the screenplay with her cousin Jessica Barr, who also stars in the film as a teen grappling with grief and her own girlhood in the wake of tragedy. Released through Oscilloscope Laboratories, Sophie Jones is available to to stream now via on demand.

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Coming 2 America Mar 09, 2021

Eddie Murphy and Arsenio Hall are back in Coming 2 America, a sequel to the hit 1988 comedy Coming to America. Directed by Craig Brewer (Dolemite is My Name), this star-studded sequel boasts a lot of new characters, plus a ton of returning favorites, but does it measure up all these years later? You can see Coming 2 America for yourself on Amazon Prime Video, and the cast includes Jermaine Fowler, Leslie Jones, Tracy Morgan, KiKi Layne, Shari Headley, Teyana Taylor, Wesley Snipes, and James Earl Jones.

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Raya and the Last Dragon Mar 08, 2021

We’re going on an adventure this week in our review of Raya and the Last Dragon, a new action fantasy film from Walt Disney Animation featuring the voice talents of Kelly Marie Tran, Awkwafina, Gemma Chan, Benedict Wong, Sandra Oh, and Daniel Dae Kim. Later in the show, we also review Coming 2 America, Sophie Jones, and Moxie. And we open the episode with a quick tribute to our cohost Abby Olcese, who will be departing Cinemaholics starting next week.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Cinemaholics+
00:02:50 – Intro & Off-Topics
00:09:00 – Raya and the Last Dragon
00:37:50 – Coming 2 America
00:54:35 – Sophie Jones
01:07:30 – Moxie

Read Nguyen Le’s review of Raya and the Last Dragon on AwardsWatch. And check out Kathia Wood’s review of Coming 2 America on Cup of Soul.

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Boogie Mar 05, 2021

Special guest Cory Woodroof joins us for our review of Boogie, the directorial debut of Eddie Huang, a chef and author of the memoir Fresh Off the Boat, which is also the inspiration for the hit ABC sitcom. It stars Taylor Takahashi as Alfred "Boogie" Chin, a high school basketball player in New York who has to grapple with his Asian American identity, a new relationship, and a heated rivalry that might determine his future as a professional player. The film also stars Taylour Paige, Bashar "Pop Smoke" Jackson (in a posthumous role), and Jorge Lendeborg Jr.

Read Inkoo Kang's review of Boogie for The Hollywood Reporter.

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Chaos Walking Mar 05, 2021

Should you walk, not run to theaters this weekend to see Chaos Walking? Directed by Doug Liman, this is a new YA sci-fi action western starring Tom Holland and Daisy Ridley as an unlikely pair who live on a planet where men's thoughts can be heard by anyone. We review the film and discuss its troubled production history on this bonus episode of the show. Chaos Walking also stars Mads Mikkelsen, Demián Bichir, Cynthia Erivo, Nick Jonas, and David Oyelowo.

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Billie Eilish: The World's a Little Blurry Mar 03, 2021

You may want to turn the sound on for this one. Billie Eilish: The World's a Little Blurry is a new Apple TV+ documentary from R.J. Cutler that profiles the recent rise of singer-songwriter Billie Eilish. It mostly covers the behind-the-scenes production of her debut studio album When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go? and is playing now in select theaters through Neon.

This review is an excerpt from Episode #209 of the Cinemaholics Podcast. Our intro music this week is “The Night Café” by Mad Candor.

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The United States vs. Billie Holiday Mar 02, 2021

Now available to stream on Hulu, The United States vs. Billie Holiday is a new biopic from director Lee Daniels, and it stars Andra Day as the legendary singer Billie Holiday, who was targeted by the FBI for her refusal to stop performing "Strange Fruit," an anti-lynching ballad. Day recently won a Golden Globe for her performance, and the cast also includes Trevante Rhodes, Natasha Lyonne, and Garrett Hedlund.

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Tom & Jerry Mar 01, 2021

Unlike Tom the cat and Jerry the mouse, we actually speak in this week’s show, as we discuss the new live-action family comedy Tom & Jerry, which just hit HBO Max and puts the classic Hanna-Barbera cartoon characters into New York City with a host of human characters you definitely won’t care about. We also review The United States vs. Billie Holiday on Hulu and Billie Eilish: The World’s a Little Blurry on Apple TV+. Plus, we do a quick mini review of The Mauritanian and play some listener voicemails.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Intro & Off-Topics
00:02:40 – Listener voicemails: Do you prefer watching new episodes of a TV show all at once, or released week-to-week? (Part 2)
00:07:55 – Mini Reviews: The Mauritanian
00:17:00 – Tom & Jerry
00:42:25 – The United States vs. Billie Holiday
01:00:55 – Billie Eilish: The World’s a Little Blurry

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Behind Her Eyes Feb 26, 2021

Special guest Amanda the Jedi joins the show for a bonus review of "Behind Her Eyes," a new psychological-thriller limited series from Netflix created by Steve Lightfoot and based on Sarah Pinborough's novel of the same name. The story follows Louise, a single mother played by Simona Brown, who sparks a love affair with her new boss David, a psychiatrist played by Tom Bateman. She only later realizes however that he is already married to a woman named Adele, played by Eve Hewson. And before Louise knows it, she's begun a secret friendship with the wife of the man she's pining for.

Watch Amanda's full video review of "Behind Her Eyes" on her YouTube channel.

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The Silence of the Lambs (1991) Feb 25, 2021

This month’s Extra Milestone discussion is The Silence of the Lambs, which recently celebrated its 30th anniversary. We discuss the ongoing legacy of this perennial classic from director Jonathan Demme and screenwriter Ted Tally (adapted from the novel by Thomas Harris), including how it shaped the modern landscape of true crime filmmaking and left a lasting impact on perceptions of the transgender community. We also discuss the iconic performances of Jodie Foster, Anthony Hopkins, and Ted Levine, who portray Clarice Starling, Hannibal Lecter, and Buffalo Bill, respectively. Then finish with a deep dive on the film’s ending.

HOSTED BY: Jon Negroni and Julia Teti

MUSIC IN THIS EPISODE: The opening theme of The Silence of the Lambs.

ADDITIONAL READING:

Harmony Colangelo's piece for the AV Club: "30 years in, The Silence of the Lambs' Jame Gumb still deserves better"
Aja Romano's piece for Vox: "Understanding Silence of the Lambs’ complicated cultural legacy"

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Flora & Ulysses Feb 24, 2021

What if the squirrel you just saved from a vacuum cleaner became a superhero? In the new Disney+ family comedy Flora & Ulysses — based on the children's novel by Kate DiCamillio — Matilda Lawler stars as Flora, a precocious comic book fan who befriends a squirrel named Ulysses who changes her family's life forever. The film also stars Alyson Hannigan, Ben Schwartz, Danny Rudi, Kate Micucci, Anna Deavere Smith, and Benjamin Evan Ainsworth.

This review is an excerpt from Episode #208 of the Cinemaholics Podcast. Our intro music this week is “Onlyskies” by Lamar Azul.

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Minari Feb 23, 2021

Minari is a semi-autobiographical family drama film from A24 and is written and directed by Lee Isaac Chung. It stars Steven Yeun, Han Ye-ri, Yuh-Jung Youn, Alan Kim, Noel Kate Cho, and Will Patton. Jon, Will, and Abby review this Sundance 2020 favorite, which will be available via On Demand on February 26.

This review is an excerpt from Episode #208 of the Cinemaholics Podcast. Our intro music this week is “Onlyskies” by Lamar Azul

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I Care a Lot Feb 23, 2021

If you care a lot about all the new releases this week, then you’ve come to the right place. This week we discuss the new Netflix dark comedy thriller I Care a Lot, which stars Rosamund Pike as a ruthless con artist (Con Girl?) who meets her match when crossing a gangster (Peter Dinklage) and his mother (Dianne Weist). We also review Minari, Flora & Ulysses, and a few other films that just hit theatrical and on demand. And toward the beginning of the show we discuss our preferred way of watching TV shows and play some listener voicemails.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Intro & Off-Topics
00:02:15 – Listener voicemails: Do you prefer watching new episodes of a TV show all at once, or released week-to-week?
00:16:00 – Mini Reviews: Willy’s Wonderland, The Violent Heart, Dead Pigs, Silk Road
00:31:25 – I Care a Lot
00:53:05 – Minari
01:13:20 – Flora & Ulysses

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Interview – Yuh-Jung Youn Talks ‘Minari,’ Discrimination, and the American Dream Feb 19, 2021

Yuh-Jung Youn is a legendary Korean actor whose film and television work spans over 55 years. In the new A24 film, Minari, she stars alongside Steven Yeun, Han Ye-ri, Alan Kim, Noel Kate Cho, and Will Patton as the grandmother of an immigrant family trying to achieve the American Dream in 1980s rural Arkansas. The film was directed and written by Lee Isaac Chung, and Yuh-Jung is now the first Korean actress to ever be nominated for a Screen Actors Guild award for Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Supporting Role. Jon Negroni spoke with Yuh-Jung about Minari, the current state of the entertainment industry, and why this film will hopefully resonant with people of all backgrounds.

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The Map of Tiny Perfect Things Feb 18, 2021

Jon Negroni and Will Ashton review The Map of Tiny Perfect Things, a new sci-fi romantic dramedy that is now available on Amazon Prime Video. The film was directed by Ian Samuels and written by Lev Grossman, and it stars Kathryn Newton and Kyle Allen.

This review is an excerpt from Episode #207 of the Cinemaholics Podcast. Our intro music this week is “Uno” by Mr Scroop.

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Barb and Star Go to Vista Del Mar Feb 17, 2021

Abby, Jon, and Will review Barb and Star Go to Vista Del Mar, an absurdist comedy from Lionsgate directed by Josh Greenbaum and co-written by Kristen Wiig and Annie Mumolo, who play the titular Barb and Star, a pair of lovable, well-coiffed, middle-aged best friends who go on a vacation that ends up being a bit more bizarre than they (and we) expected. The cast also includes Jamie Dornan, Damon Wayans Jr., and a crab who is certainly not voiced by Morgan Freeman.

This review is an excerpt from Episode #207 of the Cinemaholics Podcast. Our intro music this week is “Uno” by Mr Scroop.

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To All the Boys: Always and Forever Feb 16, 2021

Jon Negroni and Will Ashton review the new Netflix film, To All the Boys: Always and Forever, which is the third and likely final entry in the "To All the Boys" trilogy, based on the YA novels by Jenny Han. Lana Condor and Noah Centineo return as the series' central couple, now grappling with the possibility of their relationship ending in the face of differing college paths.

This review is an excerpt from Episode #207 of the Cinemaholics Podcast. Our intro music this week is “Uno” by Mr Scroop.

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Judas and the Black Messiah Feb 15, 2021

After a few weeks apart, the Cinemaholics trio is back together again! And our main review discussion this week is Shaka King’s Judas and the Black Messiah, a buzzy awards-level movie on HBO Max starring Daniel Kaluuya as the iconic Black Panther Fred Hampton and Lakeith Stanfield as the “Judas” who betrayed him in late-60s Chicago. We also continue our discussion about movie trailers from last week and review To All the Boys: Always and Forever, Barb and Star Go to Vista Del Mar, and The Map of Tiny Perfect Things.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Intro & Off-Topics
00:07:30 – Listener voicemails: Do you still watch movie trailers? (part 2)
00:17:35 – Judas and the Black Messiah
00:45:25 – To All the Boys: Always and Forever
01:00:40 – Barb and Star Go to Vista Del Mar
01:23:15 – The Map of Tiny Perfect Things

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Crime Scene: The Vanishing at the Cecil Hotel Feb 13, 2021

Special guest Chris Vognar joins us for a bonus review of "Crime Scene: The Vanishing at the Cecil Hotel," a new 4-part, true-crime documentary series on Netflix from Joe Berlinger. It gives a comprehensive account of Elisa Lam's tragic disappearance in 2013, and how it may or may not be related to the eery, notorious, infamous, and downright spooky Hotel Cecil located in downtown Los Angeles.

Be sure to check out Chris's piece about the docu-series on The New York Times.

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Little Fish Feb 10, 2021

Little Fish is a romantic sci-fi drama starring Olivia Cooke and Jack O'Connell as a loving couple trying to navigate a pandemic that inflicts memory loss and dementia, seemingly at random. The film was directed by Chad Hartigan from a screenplay by Mattson Tomlin, and it's based on a short story by Aja Gabel.

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A Glitch in the Matrix Feb 09, 2021

Rodney Ascher's latest documentary, A Glitch in the Matrix, asks the question: Are we all living in a simulation? Jon and Will review this recent Sundance favorite and whether or not it's worth becoming part of your own reality.

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Malcolm and Marie Feb 08, 2021

If you’ve ever overhead an argument between Jon and Will right here on Cinemaholics, you’re pretty much prepared for Malcolm and Marie, a new Netflix film directed and written by Sam Levinson. This enclosed black-and-white drama stars Zendaya and John David Washington, and critics are pretty split on this film about relationships and, well, critics. Also in the show, we play some listener voicemails about the state of movie trailers and review several other new films, which include A Glitch in the Matrix, Little Fish, and more.

Intro music: “Cashmere” by mndbd

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Intro
00:02:25 – Listener voicemails: Do you still watch movie trailers?
00:16:30 – Mini Reviews: Earwig and the Witch, Falling, Life in a Day 2020
00:33:35 – Malcolm and Marie
00:55:40 – A Glitch in the Matrix
01:08:50 – Little Fish

Links to what we mentioned on the show:

Check out our new Cinemaholics Merch!
The “Swell” App, where you can leave a voice message for us to play on the podcast.
Support some local theaters! Check out the Virtual Cinema offerings for the Screenland Armour in Kansas City, Harris Theater in Pittsburgh, and the Roxie Theater in San Francisco.

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Sundance 2021 Recap Feb 06, 2021

Special guest Cory Woodroof joins us for our recap of the 2021 Sundance Film Festival. We discuss our favorite films of the fest, plus some of the buzziest flicks you'll probably hear more about in the year ahead.

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Palmer Feb 02, 2021

Now on Apple TV+, Palmer stars Justin Timberlake as a former college football player (and ex-convict?) who mentors a gender-queer child played by Ryder Allen. The film was directed by Fisher Stevens and written by Cheryl Guerriero. June Squibb, Juno Temple, and Alisha Wainwright co-star.

Special thanks to our guest, Kimber Myers, for coming on the show this week!

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The Little Things Feb 01, 2021

Special guest Kimber Myers joins Abby this week to talk about The Little Things, a neo-noir crime thriller on HBO Max starring Denzel Washington, Rami Malek, Jared Leto, and Natalie Morales. They also discuss Palmer, which just came out on Apple TV+ and stars Justin Timberlake and Juno Temple.

Intro music: “Morning Commute” by Mark Generous

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Intro & Kimber talks about Ma Belle, My Beauty from Sundance
00:06:55 – What is the best Tom Hanks performance?
00:10:15 – Mini Reviews: In & of Itself, Some Kind of Heaven, Love Sarah
00:14:20 – The Little Things
00:29:20 – Palmer

Links to what we mentioned on the show:

Check out our new Cinemaholics Merch!
The “Swell” App, where you can leave a voice message for us to play on the podcast.
Support some local theaters! Check out the Virtual Cinema offerings for the Screenland Armour in Kansas City, Harris Theater in Pittsburgh, and the Roxie Theater in San Francisco.

Ways to connect with us:

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City Lights (1931) Jan 28, 2021

For our first official milestone of 2021, we’re discussing Charlie Chaplin’s classic silent film City Lights, which this month celebrates its 90th anniversary since release. This long-celebrated romantic comedy was of course written, directed, and produced by Chaplin, who also stars in it as his iconic character, the Tramp. Along for the ride is Virginia Cherrill as the blind girl who wins the Tramp’s heart, Florence Lee as her grandmother, Harry Myers as the drunken millionaire, and plenty more.

HOSTED BY: Jon Negroni and Will Ashton

MUSIC IN THIS EPISODE: The opening music of City Lights and music from the final scene. All composed by Charlie Chaplin himself!

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In & of Itself Jan 27, 2021

Directed by Frank Oz, In & of Itself is a filmed version of the live stage production of the same name, which features Derek DelGaudio as a conceptual magician and storyteller who leads a live audience (and us) through an unpredictable maze of questions and ideas that address our individual identities.

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The White Tiger Jan 26, 2021

Now on Netflix, The White Tiger is the latest film from director Ramin Bahrani. Based on Arvind Adiga's debut novel of the same name, the film centers around a young Indian servant (Adarsh Gourav) who falls in with a wealthy couple (Rajkummar Rao and Priyanka Chopra) who push him to rethink his place in society.

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News of the World Jan 25, 2021

Start spreading the news. The Cinemaholics are back this week to discuss the latest Tom Hanks movie directed by Paul Greengrass, which just happens to be a western set in post-Civil War Texas. Fun! We also review The White Tiger, In & of Itself, Our Friend, Some Kind of Heaven, and The Marksman.

Intro music: “In Green” by No. 18 & Soul Food Horns

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Intro & Off-Topics
00:05:45 – Voicemails: What is the best Tom Hanks performance?
00:15:55 – Mini Reviews: Our Friend, Some Kind of Heaven, The Marksman
00:38:00 – News of the World
00:56:20 – The White Tiger
01:06:25 – In & of Itself

Links to what we mentioned on the show:

Our Top 23 Films of 2020 ranked using a points system on Letterboxd, done by one of our listeners, Caermon.
Check out our new Cinemaholics Merch!
The “Swell” App, where you can leave a voice message for us to play on the podcast.
Support some local theaters! Check out the Virtual Cinema offerings for the Screenland Armour in Kansas City, Harris Theater in Pittsburgh, and the Roxie Theater in San Francisco.

Ways to connect with us:

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Herself Jan 20, 2021

Phyllida Lloyd, director of Mamma Mia! and The Iron Lady, returns to the big screen with Herself, a new uplifting drama starring and co-written by Clare Dunne. The film had a warm reception at Sundance last January and is now available to stream on Amazon Prime Video.

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Locked Down Jan 19, 2021

The first "major" COVID movie is here! And it's a romantic comedy...heist movie? Sort of? Join us as we parse through the insanity that is Locked Down, which just released on HBO Max. It was directed by Doug Liman (Edge of Tomorrow) and written by Steven Knight (Locke). The film stars Anne Hathaway, Chiwetel Ejiofor, and a star-studded cast of Zoom call cameos we probably shouldn't give away here.

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One Night in Miami Jan 18, 2021

One afternoon on a Sunday, the Cinemaholics got together to review Regina King’s debut feature film, One Night in Miami, which stars Kingsley Ben-Adir, Leslie Odom Jr, Eli Goree, and Aldis Hodge. Also in this episode, you’ll hear some mini reviews for “WandaVision,” The Ultimate Playlist of Noise, and more. And some extended discussion over Locked Down and Herself.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Intro & Off-Topics
00:12:15 – Pop Culture Catchup: “WandaVision,” The Ultimate Playlist of Noise, “Dickinson”Season 2, MLK/FBI
00:30:00 – One Night in Miami
00:49:35 – Locked Down
01:09:35 – Herself

Intro music: “Go for Yours” by Otesla

Links to what we mentioned on the show:

Check out our new Cinemaholics Merch!
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Top 10 Films of 2020 Jan 11, 2021

OK, “reel” talk. 2020 was…interesting. It was definitely the most unique year of film in the last century of moviegoing. But throughout all the weirdness, we here at Cinemaholics found ourselves captivated by no small number of great projects from veteran filmmakers, first-time directors, and plenty of independent voices. In our annual “best of the year” show, we each discuss our general thoughts on 2020, our honorable mentions, and of course, our respective Top 10 choices. Plus, we share voicemails from some of you listeners discussing your favorite films of 2020.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Intro
00:03:00 – Our general thoughts on 2020 in film, and the films we haven’t had a chance to see yet
00:23:50 – Our Top 10 Films of 2020

Intro music: “Weird Weather” by Soul Food Horns No. 18 & Chaerin

Links to what we mentioned on the show:

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Pieces of a Woman, Sylvie's Love, The Midnight Sky Jan 04, 2021

We’re celebrating the new year with some tonally different new movies this week. First up is Pieces of a Woman, a new melodrama hitting Netflix this week, which stars Vanessa Kirby and Shia LaBeouf. Then we get into Sylvie’s Love, a new throwback romance on Amazon Prime starring Tessa Thompson and Nnamdi Asomugha. Finally, Will and Abby discuss The Midnight Sky on Netflix, directed by George Clooney, who also stars in the film alongside Felicity Jones. We also cover a few mini reviews in Off-Topics, which include “Cobra Kai”Season 3, We Can Be Heroes, Shadow in the Cloud, and News of the World.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Tell us your favorite movie of 2020!
00:01:45 – Intro & Off-Topics
00:07:30 – Pop Culture Catchup: News of the World, “Cobra Kai” Season 3, We Can Be Heroes, Shadow in the Cloud
00:22:45 – Pieces of a Woman
00:41:35 – Sylvie’s Love
01:01:45 – The Midnight Sky

Intro music: “Porcelain” by Sinnr

Links to what we mentioned on the show:

Check out our new Cinemaholics Merch!
The “Swell” App, where you can leave a voice message for us to play on the podcast.
Support some local theaters! Check out the Virtual Cinema offerings for the Screenland Armour in Kansas City, Harris Theater in Pittsburgh, and the Roxie Theater in San Francisco.

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Brazil (1985), Edward Scissorhands (1990) Dec 31, 2020

To officially conclude this year's Extra Milestone lineup, Jon Negroni and Will Ashton of the Cinemaholics podcast joined forces with me one last time to discuss two distinct (and oddly holiday-centric) auteur-driven classics. We start our conversation by digging through the muck of Terry Gilliam's Brazil, a bureaucratic odyssey of madness often regarded as one of the greatest films of all time. After that, we jump forward to Edward Scissorhands, an intensely personal story from Tim Burton that is both lighthearted and melancholy, and which has affected us all at one point or another.

SHOW NOTES:

00:02:06 – Brazil
01:04:16 – Edward Scissorhands

HOSTED BY: Sam Noland, Jon Negroni, and Will Ashton

MUSIC IN THIS EPISODE: "Office Theme" from Brazil composed by Michael Kamen and based off Ary Barroso's "Aquarela do Brasil," music from Edward Scissorhands composed by Danny Elfman

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Soul, Wonder Woman 1984, Promising Young Woman Dec 29, 2020

We had an out-of-body experience over the holidays checking out some major blockbuster films that hit streaming instead of theaters. There’s Pixar’s Soul, the latest from Pete Docter, which stars Jamie Foxx and Tina Fey. And we also cover the controversial Wonder Woman 1984 from Patty Jenkins, which stars Gal Gadot, Chris Pine, Kristen Wiig, and Pedro Pascal. Finally, we end the show with review of Emerald Fennell’s Promising Young Woman, another controversial film that was a hit on the festival circuit, and it stars Carey Mulligan and Bo Burnham.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Cinemaholics 1994
00:02:20 – Intro & Off-Topics
00:08:10 – Pop Culture Catchup: Sylvie’s Love, The Midnight Sky, News of the World, We Can Be Heroes, Death to 2020, Bridgerton, One Night in Miami, and Jon finally saw Tenet!
00:16:50 – Soul
00:48:55 – Wonder Woman 1984
01:16:50 – Promising Young Woman

Intro music: “Everything’s Okay.” by Mvdk

Links to what we mentioned on the show:

Check out our new Cinemaholics Merch!
The “Swell” App, where you can leave a voice message for us to play on the podcast.
Support some local theaters! Check out the Virtual Cinema offerings for the Screenland Armour in Kansas City, Harris Theater in Pittsburgh, and the Roxie Theater in San Francisco.

Ways to connect with us:

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Holiday Special – Our Favorite Alternative Christmas Movies Dec 25, 2020

We love watching movies around Christmastime, but we all have our favorite "unconventional" picks for the holiday season. Julia Teti joins us for a bonus discussion to discuss some of the best alternative Christmas movies, from recent favorites like Hustlers to perennial classics like The Apartment (which Julia contends is a New Year's Movie for some reason).

Intro Music: "Silver Bells" by Leif Shires

Hosted by: Jon Negroni & Julia Teti

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Barry Lyndon (1975), Spartacus (1960), Ran (1985) Dec 23, 2020

Welcome to (perhaps) the largest Extra Milestone yet! In an Anyway, That’s All I Got reunion for the ages, I’m joined by Anthony Battaglia, Guy Simons Jr., and Jason Read to discuss three of the biggest epics of the 21st century! First up is Barry Lyndon, the passion project of Stanley Kubrick released in 1975, and a film that’s quite well-loved among hardcore cinephiles. After that, we circle back to Spartacus, an earlier Kubrick film that is rarely discussed in the context of his filmography, and perhaps for just reason! Finally, we jump forward to another one of the great directors with Ran, Akira Kurosawa’s massive and operatic masterpiece from 1985, and which only one of us had seen!

SHOW NOTES:

00:05:54 – Barry Lyndon
01:06:33 – Spartacus
01:48:21 – Ran

HOSTED BY: Sam Noland, Anthony Battaglia, Guy Simons Jr., and Jason Read

MUSIC IN THIS EPISODE: Music from Barry Lyndon composed by Georg Friedrich Händel and performed by The Gold Rush Studio Orchestra, music from Ran composed by Tóru Takemitsu

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Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom, Nomadland, Greenland, Small Axe Dec 22, 2020

We’re sounding off this week for Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom, the new Netflix film that has Oscars in its sights for Viola Davis and the late Chadwick Boseman. We also cover Nomadland, a Best Picture frontrunner from writer/director Chloé Zhao and starring Frances McDormand. And there’s also Greenland, the newest Gerard Butler disaster flick that is surprisingly decent! Last, we do a retrospective of Small Axe, a collection of five films from director Steve McQueen, which you can now stream on Amazon Prime Video.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Cobb & Cooper’s Rock Bottom
00:07:05 – Intro & Off-Topics
00:11:00 – Early thoughts on Soul, brief catchup on Anything for Jackson, David Byrne’s American Utopia, Bloody Nose Empty Pockets, Another Round
00:17:25 – Listener voicemails: Which Disney announcements are you most excited about?
00:26:10 – Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom
00:48:10 – Nomadland
01:07:10 – Greenland
01:24:50 – Small Axe retrospective of Mangrove, Lovers Rock, Red White and Blue, Alex Wheatle, and Education

Intro music: “Merry Little Christmas” by Michael J. Goldberg

Links to what we mentioned on the show:

Check out our new Cinemaholics Merch!
The “Swell” App, where you can leave a voice message for us to play on the podcast.
Support some local theaters! Check out the Virtual Cinema offerings for the Screenland Armour in Kansas City, Harris Theater in Pittsburgh, and the Roxie Theater in San Francisco.

Ways to connect with us:

Follow us on Twitter: Jon Negroni, Will Ashton, Abby Olcese
Check out our Patreon to support Cinemaholics!
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Email your feedback to cinemaholicspodcast [at] gmail.com. You might just hear your email read on next week’s episode!
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Battleship Potemkin (1925), Harvey (1950), Clue (1985) Dec 17, 2020

Emily Kubincanek makes her welcomed and triumphant return to Extra Milestone, and this week's selections are among the most varied yet! We begin by celebrating the 95-year anniversary of Sergei Eisenstein's magnum opus Battleship Potemkin, a film more fundamentally significant than almost any other when it comes to the art form of editing and propaganda storytelling. After that, we take a lighthearted and melancholy stroll into the world of Henry Koster's Harvey, a rich and complex comedy featuring one of the best performances by the great James Stewart. Finally, we get to the bottom of Jonathan Lynn's Clue, a cult-classic murder mystery that neither of us had seen before, and were delighted to discover was great!

SHOW NOTES:

00:02:26 – Battleship Potemkin
00:38:22 – Harvey
01:14:01 – Clue

HOSTED BY: Sam Noland and Emily Kubincanek

MUSIC IN THIS EPISODE: Music from Harvey composed by Frank Skinner, music from Clue composed by John Morris

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Interview – Colman Domingo Talks 'Ma Rainey's Black Bottom' and Working with Chadwick Boseman Dec 16, 2020

Colman Domingo stars alongside Viola Davis and Chadwick Boseman in Ma Rainey's Black Bottom, which hits Netflix on December 18 after its limited theatrical release. In addition to his acting work in films like If Beale Street Could Talk, Assassination Nation, Zola, and the upcoming Candyman, Domingo brings a wealth of experience as a writer, director, producer and actor on the stage, making him an obvious choice for Ma Rainey, which is based on the August Wilson play. I talked about the film with Domingo over Zoom, as well as his acting influences, his camaraderie with the late Chadwick Boseman, and what film lovers might get out of George C. Wolfe's latest directorial effort.

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The Prom, I’m Your Woman, Let Them All Talk, Wolfwalkers, Wander Darkly, Songbird Dec 14, 2020

The holiday season is upon us, so you know what that means! Time to celebrate the…prom? Well, OK, we’re really celebrating the annual big-budget December movie musical, which this year is Ryan Murphy’s The Prom, now streaming on Netflix and starring Meryl Streep, James Corden, Nicole Kidman, and Keegan-Michael Key. We cover several other movies as well, which include Julia Hart’s new indie noir drama I’m Your Woman on Amazon Prime Video starring Rachel Brosnahan, Steven Soderbergh’s Let Them All Talk (also starring Meryl Streep) on HBO Max, the hand-drawn animated film Wolfwalkers on Apple TV+, the time-bending indie Wander Darkly starring Diego Luna and Sienna Miller, and Songbird, which stars KJ Apa and Sofia Carson.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – A Mister Millennial Christmas
00:04:30 – Intro & Off-Topics
00:08:15 – Listener voicemails: Are movie theaters dead? Voicemail question for next week: Which Disney announcements are you most excited about?
00:33:20 – The Prom
00:55:00 – I’m Your Woman
01:08:50 – Let Them All Talk
01:25:30 – Wolfwalkers
01:40:30 – Wander Darkly
01:45:40 – Songbird

Intro music: “Christmas Time Is Here” by Vince Guaraldi Trio and “Jingle Bells” by Mil Dawn

Links to what we mentioned on the show:

Check out our new Cinemaholics Merch!
The “Swell” App, where you can leave a voice message for us to play on the podcast.
Support some local theaters! Check out the Virtual Cinema offerings for the Screenland Armour in Kansas City, Harris Theater in Pittsburgh, and the Roxie Theater in San Francisco.

Ways to connect with us:

Follow us on Twitter: Jon Negroni, Will Ashton, Abby Olcese
Check out our Patreon to support Cinemaholics!
Don’t forget to review and rate the show on Apple Podcasts
Email your feedback to cinemaholicspodcast [at] gmail.com. You might just hear your email read on next week’s episode!
Like Cinemaholics on Facebook and Twitter.
Check out our YouTube channel for show excerpts and bonus content

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Heat (1995), Gimme Shelter (1970) Dec 10, 2020

This week on Extra Milestone, I'm joined by returning guest and fellow cinephile Andrew McMahon to break down an enticing double feature spanning numerous decades and genres. First up is a cinematic and musical appetizer in the form of Gimme Shelter, the iconic Rolling Stones documentary directed by Charlotte Zwerin and the Maysles Brothers, chronicling the doomed Altamont Speedway concert outside of San Francisco in December of 1969, a tragic failure that swiftly signaled the downfall of the Counterculture Movement. After that, we jump forward to Michael Mann's Heat, a stylish and captivating crime drama featuring the first onscreen collaboration between Al Pacino and Robert De Niro, and which has maintained its legacy as one of the best films of its kind.

NOTE: Andrew mistakenly refers to the late Brian Jones as 'Brian Taylor' early in the show due to a confusion with Mick Taylor, Jones's replacement band member.

SHOW NOTES:

00:02:02 – Gimme Shelter
00:45:26 – Heat

HOSTED BY: Sam Noland and Andrew McMahon

MUSIC IN THIS EPISODE: "Gimme Shelter" by The Rolling Stones, "God Moving Over the Face of the Waters" by Moby

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Mank, Sound of Metal, Black Bear, Godmothered Dec 07, 2020

Cinemaholics is what you Mank of it. Which is why we’re reviewing David Fincher’s latest film, Mank, now streaming on Netflix and starring Gary Oldman, Amanda Seyfried, and Charles Dance. Manks in advance for listening. We also review Sound of Metal starring Riz Ahmed and Olivia Cooke, Black Bear starring Aubrey Plaza and Christopher Abbot, and Godmothered starring Jillian Bell, Isla Fisher, and June Squibb.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – The Minutely
00:07:45 – Intro & Off-Topics
00:17:00 – Jon briefly talks about “Saved By The Bell” Season 1 on Peacock, “The Flight Attendant” on HBO Max
00:21:05 – Will briefly talks about “How To With John Wilson” on HBO Max and Christmas Chronicles 2 on Netflix
00:29:05 – Listener voicemails: Do you think Citizen Kane is really a masterpiece? Voicemail question for next week: How do you feel about theatrical movies going straight to streaming services from now on?
00:34:55 – Mank
01:14:05 – Sound of Metal
01:31:15 – Black Bear
01:43:35 – Godmothered

Intro music: “Daily Theme” by Wonderly and “Christmas Time” by Linearwave

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Toy Story (1995), Unbreakable (2000) Dec 03, 2020

This week on Extra Milestone, I'm joined once more by my good friend Guy Simons Jr. to dissect a pair of (relatively) recent classics that have garnered acclaim over the years, and which have almost nothing whatsoever to do with each other! First up is Pixar's groundbreaking debut feature Toy Story, the first-ever wholly computer animated movie that has gained a reputation as an indispensable landmark in special effects and storytelling. After that, we jump ahead to M. Night Shyamalan's unconventional superhero story Unbreakable, a grounded deconstruction of the genre that arrived before cinema as a whole had become swept up in comic book storytelling, and which has amassed a sizable (and well-earned) cult following.

SHOW NOTES:

00:05:27 - Toy Story
00:56:15 - Unbreakable

NOTE: The final 5 minutes of my audio track were lost, so I had to use a backup recording that sounds slightly different.

HOSTED BY: Sam Noland and Guy Simons Jr.

MUSIC IN THIS EPISODE: Music from Toy Story composed by Randy Newman, music from Unbreakable composed by James Newton Howard

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Happiest Season, Lovers Rock, The Twentieth Century, Uncle Frank, Zappa Nov 30, 2020

Not all of us are in love with Clea DuVall’s latest film, Happiest Season, which is a Christmas romantic comedy on Hulu starring Kristen Stewart, Mackenzie Davis, Aubrey Plaza, and many more. Will and Abby take some time to review the latest “Small Axe” film from Steve McQueen on Amazon Prime Video: Lovers Rock. The whole gang joins the fun of The Twentieth Century, Matthew Rankin’s absurdist festival indie that might’ve stolen all our hearts. We also cover our mixed feelings on Alan Ball’s latest film since 2007, Uncle Frank, which boasts strong performances from Paul Bettany, Peter Macdissi, and Sophia Lillis. And last, Jon discusses Zappa, Alex Winter’s eclectic new documentary about the life of the infamous guitarist Frank Zappa.

Intro music: “By the Fireplace” by Aviary Day & Mark Generous

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Intro & Off-Topics
00:08:55 – Will’s brief thoughts on Mank, Hillbilly Elegy, and Folklore: The Long Pond Studio Sessions
00:19:50 – Listener voicemails: What are the best and worst Ron Howard movies? Voicemail question for next week: Do you think Citizen Kane is really a masterpiece?
00:25:55 – Happiest Season
00:50:30 – Lovers Rock
00:59:15 – The Twentieth Century
01:18:30 – Uncle Frank
01:31:55 – Zappa

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Raging Bull (1980), One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest (1975) Nov 30, 2020

Even in the midst of a year as hectic and unconventional as this one, Oscar season is still in full swing when it comes to this week’s selection of heavy hitters. Joining me once again for the first time in nearly three years is Maria Garcia, my former partner in crime from such shows as Now Conspiring and Part-Time Characters, and we’re discussing two films often hailed as being among the greatest of all time! We begin with Raging Bull, the morally complex sports biopic that saved Martin Scorsese’s life and has developed a widely varied legacy, and which one of us isn’t especially fond of! From there, we rewind the clock to visit Miloš Forman’s award season darling One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest, a wholly unique classic within film history that holds up wonderfully to this day! What is the nature of tragedy? How far can sympathy and empathy take us? Has Sam become completely unrecognizable in the past three years? Which actor’s appearance in Cuckoo’s Nest has traumatized Maria on more than one occasion, and who emerges as the unexpected MVP of the film? Tune in to this week’s Extra Milestone for all of those answers and more.

NOTE: Due to an unfortunate (and ultimately miraculously avoided) technical error, the final 15~ minutes of the episode were slightly distorted. Sorry about that!

SHOW NOTES:

00:01:55 – Raging Bull
00:57:30 – One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest

HOSTED BY: Sam Noland and Maria Garcia

MUSIC IN THIS EPISODE: Music from Raging Bull composed by Pietro Mascagni, music from One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest composed by Jack Nitzsche

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Run, Mangrove, The Last Vermeer, Collective, The LEGO Star Wars Holiday Special Nov 23, 2020

It’s just Will and Abby on the show this week, so you know what that means. No rules! No Jon to tell us, “No, you can’t review Aneesh Chaganty’s new film Run, his follow-up to Searching.” It doesn’t matter that it stars Sarah Paulson and Kiera Allen in her breakout role, or that the film is now streaming on Hulu. That’s right, Will and Abby are going all out. They’re talking about the best and worst Ron Howard movies. They’re discussing some under-the-radar films you might want to look into, plus a holiday special they break down brick by brick. So until Jon gets back, it’s a momentous — nay classic — Will and Abby shenanicast.

Intro music: “Winter Scent” by BROCKBEATS

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Intro & Off-Topics
00:03:50 – Abby talks about “The Good Lord Bird” and “Essential Fellini”
00:10:20 – What are the best and worst Ron Howard movies?
00:16:30 – Run
01:00:10 – Mangrove
01:11:25 – The Last Vermeer
01:21:40 – Collective
01:34:35 – The LEGO Star Wars Holiday Special

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All About Eve (1950), Rebel Without A Cause (1955) Nov 19, 2020

To close out the month of October, we're reviewing two of the best films of the 1950s, and also trying out a new format for the show! First up is my conversation with Rob Wilkinson on Joseph L. Mankiewicz's All About Eve, an all-star drama with a record-breaking number of Oscar nominations, and which happens to be a fantastic exploration of the unforgiving theater world. After that, I chat with my Anyway, That's All I Got cohost Anthony Battaglia about Nicholas Ray's Rebel Without A Cause, a landmark teen drama featuring an indelible posthumous performance by James Dean, and which is also fantastic!

SHOW NOTES:

0:00:00 – All About Eve
00:42:50 – Rebel Without A Cause

CINEMAHOLICS IN THIS EPISODE: Sam Noland, Rob Wilkinson, and Anthony Battaglia

MUSIC IN THIS EPISODE: Music from All About Eve composed by Alfred Newman, music from Rebel Without A Cause composed by Leonard Rosenman

Next Week: I'll be joined by my Maria Garcia, my former collaborator on Now Conspiring and Part-Time Characters, to discuss Martin Scorsese's Raging Bull and Miloš Forman's One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest!

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Freaky, Ammonite, Hillbilly Elegy, Jingle Jangle, Fatman Nov 16, 2020

The Cinemaholics are having an out of body experience covering the latest films this week, which include a new comedy horror starring Vince Vaughn and Kathryn Newton, from Happy Death Day director Christopher Landon. In addition to our main reviews, we briefly discuss some new shows we’ve been catching up on and ask the listeners what their favorite (and least favorite) Ron Howard movies are.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Freaky Sunday
00:03:50 – Intro & Off-Topics
00:06:05 – Jon briefly talks about “Dash & Lily” Season 1, “The Mandalorian” Season 2, “Alex Rider” Season 1, “Inside Pixar” Season 1
00:16:00 – Will briefly talks about Wolfwalkers, Fireball, I Am Greta, Bruce Springsteen’s Letter to You, S#!%house
00:27:50 – Listener feedback: Who should direct the inevitable Trump movie? Next Week: What are the best and worst Ron Howard movies?
00:36:35 – Freaky
01:00:10 – Ammonite
01:11:25 – Hillbilly Elegy
01:21:40 – Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey
01:34:35 – Fatman

Intro music:

“Even More” by CrazyJaZz, Chill Select

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Dances With Wolves (1990), The Magnificent Seven (1960), To Sleep With Anger (1990) Nov 14, 2020

Adonis Gonzalez, my cohost on A Nice Place to Visit and Game Over, Man!, is back on the show to discuss a trio of movies that have nothing to do with each other…or do they? Tune in to hear our conversation on Kevin Costner’s Oscar-Winning epic Dances With Wolves, John Sturges’ iconic western remake The Magnificent Seven, and Charles Burnett’s engrossing family drama To Sleep With Anger!

SHOW NOTES:

00:04:50 – Dances With Wolves
00:39:55 – The Magnificent Seven
01:03:45 – To Sleep With Anger

CINEMAHOLICS IN THIS EPISODE: Sam Noland and Adonis Gonzalez

MUSIC IN THIS EPISODE: Music from Dances With Wolves composed by John Barry, Music from The Magnificent Seven composed by Elmer Bernstein

Next Week: Returning guests Rob Wilkinson and Anthony Battaglia are helping me close out the month of October by discussing (respectively) Joseph L. Mankiewicz’s All About Eve and Nicholas Ray’s Rebel Without A Cause!

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The Dark and the Wicked, The Queen’s Gambit, Let Him Go, Kindred, Come Play, Time Nov 09, 2020

Election week is over, but that doesn’t mean we took a break from catching up on new movies. Our reviews this week include The Dark and the Wicked, a new horror film from Bryan Bertino that is now streaming on demand. We also discuss the new Netflix miniseries The Queen’s Gambit, which stars Anya Taylor-Joy and Marielle Heller. Plus, we cover Let Him Go starring Kevin Costner and Diane Lane, Kindred starring Tamara Lawrance and Fiona Shaw, Come Playstarring Gillian Jacobs and Azhy Robertson, and finally Time, Garrett Bradley’s new Amazon Studios documentary that premiered at Sundance 2020.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Will’s Gambit
00:06:15 – Intro & Off-Topics
00:08:45 – Our entertainment choices during Election Week
00:18:35 – Listener feedback: Remembering the films of Sean Connery
00:21:35 – Who should direct the inevitable Trump movie?
00:28:50 – The Dark and the Wicked
00:44:30 – The Queen’s Gambit
00:53:55 – Let Him Go
01:00:25 – Kindred
01:05:40 – Come Play
01:05:40 – Time

Intro music: “dolores heights” by Mr. Hong

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Ways to connect with us:

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Check out our Patreon to support Cinemaholics!
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The Elephant Man (1980), After Hours (1985), Close-Up (1990) Nov 06, 2020

Will Ashton returns to Extra Milestone yet again to chart an unusual cinematic path across the 1980s and 1990s! We begin with an examination of David Lynch’s The Elephant Man, including our thoughts on the story’s emotional core, trivia on why the film is significant to the history of the academy, our impressions of David Lynch, and more! From there, we return to the films of Martin Scorsese with After Hours, an unusual and underseen comedic outing from the acclaimed director, and we close out the show by bringing the films of Abbas Kiarostami into focus with Close-Up, a hybrid documentary exploring the very nature and function of cinema.

NOTE: This episode was recorded prior to the 2020 U.S. Election.

SHOW NOTES:

00:02:50 – The Elephant Man
00:40:30 – After Hours
01:03:35 – Close-Up

MUSIC IN THIS EPISODE: Theme from The Elephant Man composed by John Morris, “One Summer Night” by The Danleers, trailers for The Elephant Man and After Hours, brief excerpt from Close-Up.

CINEMAHOLICS IN THIS EPISODE: Sam Noland and Will Ashton

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His House, The Craft: Legacy, Holidate, Over the Moon Nov 02, 2020

In this house, we review the new Netflix horror film His House, the feature debut of writer/director Remi Weekes starring Wunmi Mosaku, Sope Dirisu, and Matt Smith. We also discuss the soft reboot/sequel The Craft: Legacy, which is now on VOD. There's Holidate, an unexpectedly R-rated rom-com on Netflix that might win some hearts. And last, Glen Keane's feature directorial debut, Over the Moon, an animated family film from the same studio that made last year's Abominable.

Intro music: “Moonlight and Rain” by Kalaido

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Willquin Phoenix
00:02:45 – Intro & Off-Topics
00:06:20 – Listener feedback: What did you do and watch for Halloween?
00:13:40 – Remembering Sean Connery's legacy
00:21:10 – His House
00:39:35 – The Craft: Legacy
00:55:05 – Holidate
01:05:40 – Over the Moon

Links to what we mentioned on the show:

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The “Swell” App, where you can leave a voice message for us to play on the podcast.

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Psycho (1960), Se7en (1995) Oct 30, 2020

Guy Simons Jr. (of Anyway, That's All I Got fame) joins me for the first time on Extra Milestone for a special Halloween episode devoted to two of the greatest serial killer movies of all time! Kicking off our conversation is Alfred Hitchcock's game-changing masterpiece Psycho, including the unique and revolutionary distribution of the film, the ways in which it insidiously sets itself apart from every other movie, whether or not it should be considered a 'slasher,' and more! After that, we jump forward to David Fincher's haunting detective thriller Se7en, a movie which one of us had somehow never seen until now! We also discuss the film's somewhat troubled legacy, the ways in which it has infiltrated the internet consciousness, and even some valuable insight on whether or not it should be viewed as an optimistic film!

SHOW NOTES:

00:04:05 – Psycho
01:01:35 – Se7en

MUSIC IN THIS EPISODE: "Prelude" by Bernard Herrman, "Closer (Precursor)" by Nine Inch Nails, trailers for Psycho and Se7en

CINEMAHOLICS IN THIS EPISODE: Sam Noland and Guy Simons Jr.

NEXT WEEK: Will Ashton returns to Extra Milestone to discuss three unique auteur projects from the end of the 20th Century: David Lynch's The Elephant Man, Martin Scorsese's After Hours, and Abbas Kiarostami's Close-Up!

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Borat Subsequent Moviefilm, On the Rocks, The Witches, Rebecca, Bad Hair Oct 26, 2020

It time for very nice episode of Cinemaholics. First American movie is Borat Subsequent Moviefilm, great success. Rashida Jones and Bill Murray have weird marriage problem in On the Rocks, not nice. New streaming service HBO Max ruin day with The Witches, my wife Anne Hathaway make big impression. Rebecca on Netflix make no sense, but Lily James in it, high five. Bad Hair on Hulu scare all children, not appropriate for babies under 3, now official favorite movie of Cinemaholics Halloween.

Intro music: “A New Chapter” by aimless, Rajstar

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – IT VOTE TIME!
00:04:20 – Intro & Off-Topics
00:08:45 – Listener feedback: Movies you would watch with your partner’s family
00:13:10 – Borat Subsequent Moviefilm
00:53:00 – On the Rocks
01:07:00 – The Witches
01:26:10 – Rebecca
01:42:55 – Bad Hair

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Goodfellas (1990), Dog Day Afternoon (1975) Oct 23, 2020

Cinemaholics host Jon Negroni returns to Extra Milestone for a double feature of two of the greatest films of all time! We start by discussing Sidney Lumet's 1975 crime thriller Dog Day Afternoon, a revolutionary and dynamic film that remains just as relevant 45 years later, if not even more so. From there, we move on to Martin Scorsese's career-defining classic Goodfellas, which we believe may potentially hold the title as the greatest gangster film of them all, in addition to being expertly crafted in every way.

SHOW NOTES:

00:02:35 – Dog Day Afternoon
00:53:00 – Goodfellas

MUSIC IN THIS EPISODE: "Amoreena" by Elton John, "Layla (Piano Exit)" by Derek and the Dominos, trailers for Dog Day Afternoon and Goodfellas

CINEMAHOLICS IN THIS EPISODE: Sam Noland and Jon Negroni

NEXT WEEK: I am joined for the first time on Extra Milestone by my longtime friend Guy Simons Jr. for a Halloween special discussing Alfred Hitchcock's Psycho and David Fincher's Se7en!

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The Trial of the Chicago 7, Love and Monsters, American Utopia, Spontaneous, The Kid Detective Oct 19, 2020

This week, we call Aaron Sorkin to the stand for his latest film The Trial of the Chicago 7, which is now on Netflix and stars Sacha Baron Cohen, Eddie Redmayne, Mark Rylance, Joseph Gordon Levitt, Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, and many more. We also find some time for love, or Love and Monsters to be specific, which stars Dylan O'Brien and Jessica Henwick. We discuss Spike Lee's concert film, David Byrne's American Utopia, which is now on HBO Max. Plus Spontaneous, a high school "sci fi black comedy" starring Katherine Langford and Charlie Plummer. And finally, The Kid Detective, a dark comedy starring Adam Brody and Sophie Nélisse.

Intro music: “Jovial” by Limes

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – If Aaron Sorkin Wrote a Cinemaholics Sketch
00:04:00 – Intro & Off-Topics
00:08:05 – Mini reviews: Black Box, Nocturne, Evil Eye
00:15:00 – Mini review: The Mortuary Collection on Shudder
00:20:35 – The Trial of the Chicago 7
00:48:15 – Love and Monsters
00:55:40 – American Utopia
01:04:50 – Spontaneous
01:14:25 – The Kid Detective

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Sunset Boulevard (1950), The Gold Rush (1925) Oct 16, 2020

Emily Kubincanek returns to Extra Milestone at last, and in no small fashion! We're diving headfirst into the most Classic of Cinema with two brilliant films that connect to the Silent Era! First up is Charlie Chaplin's The Gold Rush, a dramatic comedy featuring Chaplin's 'Little Tramp' that cemented many dramatic traditions while simultaneously telling a heartfelt and humorous story! From there, we jump forward to Billy Wilder's Sunset Boulevard, which examines the world of showbusiness, the remnants of the Silent Era, and the widespread sacrifices found in Hollywood living through a melancholy lens steeped in Film Noir tradition.

SHOW NOTES:

00:02:25 – The Gold Rush
00:28:44 – Sunset Boulevard
01:14:35 – Recommendations of similar films to seek out

MUSIC IN THIS EPISODE: "Dance of the Rolls/Auld Lang Syne" from The Gold Rush, "Interview with DeMille" from Sunset Boulevard composed by Franz Waxman, trailers for The Gold Rush and Sunset Boulevard

CINEMAHOLICS IN THIS EPISODE: Sam Noland and Emily Kubincanek

NEXT WEEK: Jon Negroni returns once again to discuss two enormous classics: Martin Scorsese's Goodfellas and Sidney Lumet's Dog Day Afternoon!

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Hubie Halloween, The Wolf of Snow Hollow, The 40-Year-Old Version, Charm City Kings, The Lie Oct 12, 2020

It’s a little spooky how positive we are on Hubie Halloween, the newest Netflix film starring Adam Sandler and a whole host of other recognizable actors and comedians. We keep the horror comedy vibe going with our review of The Wolf of Snow Hollow, the final film starring Robert Forster. Then we go back to Netflix to watch The 40-Year-Old Version, a Sundance hit starring Radha Blank, who also directed the film. On HBO Max, there’s Charm City Kings, a fun dirt bike racing drama starring Jahi Di’Allo Winston and Meek Mill. And finally, Will welcomes us to “Welcome to the Blumhouse,” a new Amazon Prime Video slate of horror movies starting with The Lie.

Music in this episode: “Daydream” by TABAL, mell-ø.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Dear Abby
00:02:30 – Intro & Off-Topics
00:07:00 – Mini review: The Boys in the Band
00:10:15 – Hubie Halloween
00:32:35 – The Wolf of Snow Hollow
00:45:50 – The 40-Year-Old Version
00:53:10 – Charm City Kings
00:59:05 – The Lie

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Ways to connect with us:

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Rashomon (1950), The Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975) Oct 09, 2020

The pairings keep getting stranger and stranger every week, and this week's show is no exception! Special guest Ryan Oliver joins Sam and Jon to tackle two very different classics, starting with Akira Kurosawa's massively influential 1950 arthouse classic Rashomon. We discuss everything from our differing experiences with the film, how multiple viewings have yielded different interpretations, and why the film has remained so meaningful even after 70 years. After that, we take a huge left turn toward Transylvania to examine the legacy and power of Jim Sharman's 1975 genre-defining cult classic The Rocky Horror Picture Show, which one of us doesn't like! It's another collection of varied experiences complete with a litany of recommendations to go along with both films!

SHOW NOTES:

0:04:05 – Rashomon
01:12:40 – The Rocky Horror Picture Show

MUSIC IN THIS EPISODE: "A Ghastly Discovery" by Fumio Hayasaka, "Sweet Transvestite" by Richard O'Brien, trailers for Rashomon and The Rocky Horror Picture Show

CINEMAHOLICS IN THIS EPISODE: Sam Noland, Jon Negroni, and Ryan Oliver

NEXT WEEK: Emily Kubincanek is back again! This time, we're taking a look at both the Silent Era and its legacy with Billy Wilder's Sunset Boulevard and Charlie Chaplin's The Gold Rush!

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Possessor, Dick Johnson is Dead, Scare Me, Save Yourselves! Oct 05, 2020

We had an out-of-body experience trying to review Brandon Cronenberg's trippy new sci-fi horror film Possessor, which stars Andrea Riseborough, Christopher Abbot, Jennifer Jason Leigh, and Sean Bean. After that, we dive into the endless charms of Kirsten Johnson's new documentary Dick Johnson is Dead. And since it is October, why not add another horror film, Scare Me, which is now on Shudder. Last, there's Save Yourselves! — a new indie comedy starring Sunita Mani and John Paul Reynolds.

Music in this episode: “Roots” by Kupla.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – The Wills
00:03:00 – Intro & Off-Topics
00:06:35 – Some notable movies we're not reviewing yet (The Glorias, On the Rocks, Spontaneous)
00:08:20 – More theaters shutting down and a new date for No Time to Die
00:11:45 – Possessor
00:37:30 – Dick Johnson is Dead
00:47:00 – Scare Me
01:02:25 – Save Yourselves!

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Wanda (1970), Pee-Wee’s Big Adventure (1985), Vagabond (1985) Oct 02, 2020

To officially commence the Milestone month of August, Will Ashton and Andrew McMahon make their long-awaited returns to help break down a unique and unexpected triple feature, the likes of which the podcast world may have never seen before. We begin with an analysis of Barbara Loden’s Wanda, the first film to be written, directed, and led by a female filmmaker. We follow this up with a look back at Pee-Wee’s Big Adventure, the iconic feature debut of Tim Burton. Finally, we dive into the work of the great Agnès Varda with an observational look at her acclaimed and influential film Vagabond.

SHOW NOTES:

00:03:45 – Wanda
00:37:20 – Pee-Wee’s Big Adventure
00:57:00 – Vagabond
01:20:00 – Recommendations of similar films to seek out

NEXT WEEK: Jon Negroni returns yet again to examine Akira Kurosawa’s 1950 masterpiece Rashomon!

MUSIC IN THIS EPISODE: Score for Pee-Wee’s Big Adventure composed by Danny Elfman, trailers for Wanda and Pee-Wee’s Big Adventure, interview for “Observations on Film Art” with Prof. David Bordwell on Vagabond.

CINEMAHOLICS IN THIS EPISODE: Sam Noland, Will Ashton, and Andrew McMahon

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Enola Holmes, Kajillionaire, Secret Society of Second Born Royals Sep 28, 2020

As always, we don't have a clue what to review this week. But we'll start with Enola Holmes, a new YA Netflix film starring Millie Bobby Brown as the younger sister of Sherlock Holmes, played by Henry Cavill. We also discuss Miranda July's latest indie favorite, Kajillionaire, which stars Evan Rachel Wood, Gina Rodriguez, Richard Jenkins, and Debra Winger. Last, there's a new Disney+ movie made with the Disney Channel called Secret Society of Second Born Royalsand, um, yikes.

Music in this episode: “Comforting You” by WYS.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – SHE-LOCK HOLMES
00:02:20 – Intro & Off-Topics
00:06:00 – How to get Cinemaholics MERCH
00:07:30 – Will talks about Holler, Concrete Cowboy, and Another Round
00:16:30 – Listener feedback: What's a recent streaming series or movie you wish more people would see?
00:22:05 – Enola Holmes
00:43:40 – Kajillionaire
01:04:15 – Secret Society of Second Born Royals

Links to what we mentioned on the show:

Check out our new Cinemaholics Merch on Patreon! (email/message us if you're already a patron and want merch)
The “Swell” App, where you can leave a voice message for us to play on the podcast

Ways to connect with us:

Follow us on Twitter: Jon Negroni, Will Ashton, Abby Olcese
Check out our Patreon to support Cinemaholics!
Don’t forget to review and rate the show on Apple Podcasts
Email your feedback to cinemaholicspodcast [at] gmail.com. You might just hear your email read on next week’s episode!
Like Cinemaholics on Facebook and Twitter.
Check out our YouTube channel for show excerpts and bonus content

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Come and See (1985), Back to the Future (1985) Sep 26, 2020

Things are getting real heavy this week, because Adonis Gonzalez is here to talk about the two best movies of 1985, which happen to be radically different from one another! We start with a harrowing exploration of Elem Klimov's Come and See, an anti-war film depicting the Nazi invasion of Belorussia through the eyes of a young boy. We discuss the history of the film's reputation, the drama associated with the production, the way that it emerges as (potentially) the only War movie that actually matters, and why we find it so difficult to even recommend. After that, we were happy to cleanse our palate with a discussion on Robert Zemeckis's iconic Sci-Fi Family Comedy Back to the Future, covering its deft narrative construction, effective antagonist, and curious soundtrack decisions, as well as a deserved commendation for the recently deceased Ron Cobb.

SHOW NOTES:

00:05:10 - Come and See
00:37:35 - Come and See (Spoilers)
00:55:00 - Back to the Future

NEXT WEEK: Will Ashton and Andrew McMahon are both returning to Extra Milestone to cover the triple feature to end all triple features: Barbara Loden's Wanda (1970), Tim Burton's Pee-Wee's Big Adventure (1985), and Agnès Varda's Vagabond (1985).

Music in this Episode: "Lacrimosa" by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, "Johnny B. Goode" by Chuck Berry, music from the trailers for Come and See and Back to the Future.

Cinemaholics in this Episode: Sam Noland and Adonis Gonzalez

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TIFF 2020 Recap Sep 23, 2020

This year's Toronto International Film Festival has just ended, but we're just getting started covering and even rediscovering the best and worst of this virtual event. From awards favorites like Nomadland and One Night in Miami to noteworthy standouts like Wolfwalkers and City Hall, we discuss up to 33 films you'll likely hear even more about as we move into the winter film season.

Check out Will Ashton's full ranking of the films he saw at TIFF on Letterboxd.

Music in this episode: "Put Your Head On My Shoulder" Remix by Paul Anka

Ways to connect with us:

Follow us on Twitter: Jon Negroni, Will Ashton, Abby Olcese
Check out our Patreon to support Cinemaholics!
Don’t forget to review and rate the show on Apple Podcasts
Email your feedback to cinemaholicspodcast [at] gmail.com. You might just hear your email read on next week’s episode!
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The Devil All The Time, The Nest, Antebellum, The Way I See It Sep 21, 2020

On this week's episode, we're hitchhiking all the way to West Virginia and Ohio for the latest Netflix original film, The Devil All The Time starring Tom Holland and Robert Pattinson. We also discuss The Nest starring Jude Law and Carrie Coon, Antebellum starring Janelle Monáe, and The Way I See It, a new documentary about the Obama administration from the perspective of his official White House photographer.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Jon and Will prank Abby
00:03:50 – Intro & Off-Topics
00:08:50 – Jon briefly recommends "Challenger: The Final Flight" on Netflix
00:11:30 – Listener feedback: Which film genre should Tom Holland do next?
00:16:20 – The Devil All The Time
00:41:00 – The Nest
01:04:35 – Antebellum
01:12:25 – The Way I See It

Music in this episode: “Window Weather” by Ed Stockley.

Links to what we mentioned on the show:

The “Swell” App, where you can leave a voice message for us to play on the podcast
Lizzie Combs' written review of The Devil All The Time on Cinemaholics

Ways to connect with us:

Follow us on Twitter: Jon Negroni, Will Ashton, Abby Olcese
Check out our Patreon to support Cinemaholics!
Don’t forget to review and rate the show on Apple Podcasts
Email your feedback to cinemaholicspodcast [at] gmail.com. You might just hear your email read on next week’s episode!
Like Cinemaholics on Facebook and Twitter.
Check out our YouTube channel for show excerpts and bonus content

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The Night of the Hunter (1955), AirPlane! (1980) Sep 18, 2020

Sam Noland is back on Extra Milestone after a week's respite to take on, along with friend and coworker Robert Wilkinson, two radically different classics. First up is Charles Laughton's gothic thriller The Night of the Hunter, which stars Robert Mitchum as a psychopathic priest hunting down two children during the Great Depression. Next up on our itinerary is the landmark spoof comedy Airplane!, the laugh-a-minute lampooning of pop cinema celebrating 40 years of making the world howl with laughter.

SHOW NOTES:

00:05:00 - The Night of the Hunter
00:46:25 - Airplane!

NEXT WEEK: Adonis Gonzalez returns to discuss two immense classics from the year 1985: Robert Zemeckis's Back to the Future and Elem Klimov's Come and See!

Music in this episode: Theme from The Night of the Hunter by Walter Schumann, "Stayin' Alive" by the Bee Gees, music from the trailers for The Night of the Hunter and Airplane!

Cinemaholics in this episode: Sam Noland and Robert Wilkinson

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Unpregnant, The Social Dilemma, Cuties, #Alive, All In: The Fight For Democracy Sep 14, 2020

The Cinemaholics are going on a road trip! Metaphorically, at least. Our first pit stop this week is an in-depth review of Unpregnant, a buddy road trip comedy streaming exclusively on HBO Max. Next, we travel all the way to the internet for The Social Dilemma, a new Netflix documentary about social media. After that, we head to France to discuss yet another Netflix film, Cuties, which has been caught in a maelstrom of controversy. Then we go on a detour out east for #Alive, a new South Korean zombie movie on (you guessed it) Netflix! Last, we head on home for an American documentary on Prime Video called All In: The Fight For Democracy.

Music in this episode: “thinking of you" by mommy.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Cinemaholics in the Mooooorning!
00:04:20 – Intro & Off-Topics
00:08:15 – Will's TIFF check-in
00:10:45 – Listener feedback: What did you think of The Social Dilemma?
00:14:10 – Unpregnant
00:32:30 – The Social Dilemma
00:47:20 – Cuties
01:03:25 – #Alive
01:09:50 – All In: The Fight for Democracy

Links to what we mentioned on the show:

The “Swell” App, where you can leave a voice message for us to play on the podcast
Adonis Gonzalez's written review of Rent-A -Pal on Cinemaholics
Abby Olcese's written review of Unpregnanton Crooked Marquee
Adi Robertson's review of The Social Dilemma on The Verge

Ways to connect with us:

Follow us on Twitter: Jon Negroni, Will Ashton, Abby Olcese
Check out our Patreon to support Cinemaholics!
Don’t forget to review and rate the show on Apple Podcasts
Email your feedback to cinemaholicspodcast [at] gmail.com. You might just hear your email read on next week’s episode!
Like Cinemaholics on Facebook and Twitter.
Check out our YouTube channel for show excerpts and bonus content

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The Apartment (1960) Sep 10, 2020

Hey there, buddy-boys and buddy-gals! This week, we might just have the key to your next favorite movie, The Apartment, which recently celebrated 60 years since its initial release. Widely considered to be one of Billy Wilder’s true masterpieces, this romantic dramedy stars Jack Lemmon, Shirley MacLaine, and Fred McMurray. We discuss the film’s impact on our own movie-going lives, play some of our favorite clips, and have a spirited debate about this either being a “Christmas movie” or a “New Year’s” movie.

Music in this Episode: “The Apartment – Soundtrack Suite” by Adolph Deutsch.

Cinemaholics in this Episode: Jon Negroni & Julia Teti

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Mulan, I’m Thinking of Ending Things Sep 07, 2020

In our first official episode with new Cinemaholics co-host Abby Olcese, we discuss the honor and honor that is to be found honorable in Mulan, the latest live-action Disney remake, which stars Liu Yifei, Donnie Yen, Tzi Ma, Gong Li, and Jet Li. Plus, we review Charlie Kaufman’s new mind-bending film I’m Thinking of Ending Things, which is now on Netflix and stars Jessie Buckley, Jesse Plemons, Toni Collette, and David Thewlis. Please welcome Abby to the show by commenting below!

Music in this episode: “I’ll Make a Man Out of You (Lofi)” by Lash Music

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Cobb & Cooper Face the Mutants
00:04:30 – Intro & Off-Topics
00:13:30 – Mini Reviews: “Ted Lasso,” “Raised by Wolves,” “Lovecraft Country,” Unhinged
00:24:00 – Listener feedback: Are you going to pay $30 to see Mulan?
00:32:45 – Mulan
00:55:55 – I’m Thinking of Ending Things

Links to what we mentioned on the show:

Abby’s investigate reporting for The Pitch covering issues with the Alamo Drafthouse in Kansas City
Ways you can donate to the Starlight Children’s Foundation in honor of Chadwick Boseman
The “Swell” App, where you can leave a voice message for us to play on the podcast

Ways to connect with us:

Follow us on Twitter: Jon Negroni, Will Ashton, Abby Olcese
Check out our Patreon to support Cinemaholics!
Don’t forget to review and rate the show on Apple Podcasts
Email your feedback to cinemaholicspodcast [at] gmail.com. You might just hear your email read on next week’s episode!
Like Cinemaholics on Facebook and Twitter.
Check out our YouTube channel for show excerpts and bonus content

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Tenet Sep 04, 2020

In this special bonus episode, guests Cory Woodroof and Charlie Ridgely join Will Ashton for an in-depth review of Tenet, the newest film from director Christopher Nolan.

Music in this episode: “RAINY NIGHT IN TALLINN" by Ludwig Göransson

Ways to connect with us:

Follow us on Twitter: Jon Negroni, Will Ashton.
Check out our Patreon to support Cinemaholics!
Don’t forget to review and rate the show on Apple Podcasts
Email your feedback to cinemaholicspodcast [at] gmail.com. You might just hear your email read on next week’s episode!
Like Cinemaholics on Facebook and Twitter.
Check out our YouTube channel for full episodes and excerpts from the archives.

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Jaws (1975), The Empire Strikes Back (1980) Sep 04, 2020

This week's Extra Milestone is so iconic that we may just need a bigger boat. Anthony Battaglia reunites with Sam to discuss two immensely significant blockbusters that have irreparably shaped the cinematic landscape. We start with a discussion on Steven Spielberg's Jaws, including our differing experiences with the movie, our appreciation for the writing and acting, differences from Peter Benchley's novel, a confession as to our shared fear of open water, and even an extremely hot take involving the infamous sequels! After we dry off from that conversation, we take an isolated look at Irvin Kershner's The Empire Strikes Back and how it changed Star Wars (and sequels in general) forever, why it maintains its effectiveness after dozens of viewings, why we can never view the Dagobah sequence the same way again, whether or not it contains the best lightsaber battle ever, and the dichotomy between good and evil that was solidified in this film.

SHOW NOTES:

00:03:30 – Jaws
01:04:35 – The Empire Strikes Back

NEXT WEEK: To close out the packed month of June, we're returning to the films of Billy Wilder with The Apartment, and we're assembling a generous handful of Cinemaholics alumni to do so!

Music in this Episode: "Theme from Jaws" by John Williams & the Boston Pops Orchestra, and "Imperial March" by John Williams.

Cinemaholics in this Episode: Sam Noland and Anthony Battaglia

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The New Mutants, Bill & Ted Face the Music, The Personal History of David Copperfield Aug 31, 2020

Special guest Charlie Ridgely joins the show for our long-awaited review of The New Mutants, the final X-Men comic-book movie made by Fox…which was shot three years ago. We also discuss Bill & Ted Face the Music, the third installment in the beloved franchise starring Keanu Reeves and Alex Winter. And last we tackle The Personal History of David Copperfield, a new adaptation of the classic Charles Dickens novel, and this one stars Dev Patel and was directed by Armando Iannucci.

Music in this episode: “X-Men Theme (Lofi)” by Cartoon Chillhop

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Starlight Children’s Foundation
00:02:30 – Intro & Off-Topics
00:14:10 – “The Boys” Season 2 and “Cobra Kai”
00:25:40 – In memory of Chadwick Boseman
00:35:00 – Listener feedback: What did Chadwick Boseman mean to you?
00:39:45 – The New Mutants
01:07:50 – Bill & Ted Face the Music
01:25:20 – The Personal History of David Copperfield

Links to what we mentioned on the show:

Ways you can donate to the Starlight Children’s Foundation in honor of Chadwick Boseman
The “Swell” App, where you can leave a voice message for us to play on the podcast

Ways to connect with us:

Follow us on Twitter: Jon Negroni, Will Ashton.
Check out our Patreon to support Cinemaholics!
Don’t forget to review and rate the show on Apple Podcasts
Email your feedback to cinemaholicspodcast [at] gmail.com. You might just hear your email read on next week’s episode!
Like Cinemaholics on Facebook and Twitter.
Check out our YouTube channel for full episodes and excerpts from the archives.

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The Shining (1980), Gremlins (1984), Gremlins 2: The New Batch (1990) Aug 27, 2020

It’s all play and no work on this week’s Extra Milestone, because Jason Read has returned to the show to discuss a trio of very different movies. We begin with a detailed exploration of Stanley Kubrick’s Horror masterpiece The Shining, complete with reflections on why the terror of it is so effective, analyses of the movie’s themes and mysteries, a discussion of why method acting is a flawed and unnecessary process, and even a few personal stories that relate to the movie. Afterward, we take on Joe Dante’s Gremlins, stopping along the way to discuss its implementation of cinematic language, its historical significance, and all of the darkly comedic chaos that comes with it. Finally, we cap off the show with a fittingly sporadic look at Dante’s oft-overlooked sequel Gremlins 2: The New Batch, which is one of the most entertaining movies either of us have ever seen, as well as being a knowing satire of culture stuffed with enough cameos and mania to last a lifetime. It’s a jam-packed Extra Milestone to continue the jam-packed month of June, and we hope it’s even more fun to listen to than it was to record.

SHOW NOTES:

00:02:35 – The Shining
01:07:05 – Gremlins
01:31:30 – Gremlins 2: The New Batch

NEXT WEEK: In what may be the most culturally significant pair of films discussed on Extra Milestone yet, I will be reuniting with Anthony Battaglia of Anyway, That’s All I Got to discuss Steven Spielberg’s Jaws and Irvin Kershner’s The Empire Strikes Back!

Music in this Episode: Theme from Gremlins composed by Jerry Goldsmith, and “Midnight, the Stars and You” performed by Ray Noble and his Orchestra, with vocals by Al Bowlly.

Cinemaholics in this Episode: Sam Noland and Jason Read

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The One and Only Ivan, Tesla, Words on Bathroom Walls Aug 24, 2020

The two and only Cinemaholics are back to review The One and Only Ivan, a new Disney+ family feature starring Bryan Cranston, Sam Rockwell, Danny DeVito, Angelina Jolie, and many more. We also go back in time in a fun way with our discussion of Tesla, the Sundance biopic from IFC Films starring Ethan Hawke. And we finish the show with a review of Words on Bathroom Walls, the new YA teen romance starring Charlie Plummer and Taylor Russell.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – We’re goin’ to Australia to see Tenet!
00:03:20 – Intro & Off-Topics
00:07:25 – Jon saw “High Score” on Netflix and “The Boys” Season 2
00:13:45 – Our thoughts on the DC Fandome trailers
00:22:40 – Listener feedback: What is a movie you’ve seen twice in 2020?
00:26:15 – The One and Only Ivan
00:46:55 – Tesla
01:01:45 – Words on Bathroom Walls

Music in this episode: “Sakura Trees” by Saib

Links to what we mentioned on the show:

The “Swell” App, where you can leave a voice message for us to play on the podcast

Ways to connect with us:

Follow us on Twitter: Jon Negroni, Will Ashton.
Check out our Patreon to support Cinemaholics!
Don’t forget to review and rate the show on Apple Podcasts
Email your feedback to cinemaholicspodcast [at] gmail.com. You might just hear your email read on next week’s episode!
Like Cinemaholics on Facebook and Twitter.
Check out our YouTube channel for full episodes and excerpts from the archives.

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Monty Python and the Holy Grail (1975), The Blues Brothers (1980) Aug 21, 2020

In what is certainly the most comedically inclined Extra Milestone yet, I am joined by my very close personal friend Tyler Chambers to discuss a pair of classics within the genre. We begin with a lengthy rundown of Terry Jones and Terry Gilliam’s 1975 cult favorite Monty Python and the Holy Grail, complete with behind-the-scenes stories, details we’ve noticed over the years, our personal experiences with the movie, analyses of the film’s comedic stylings, and revisits of our favorite sequences. Then we move on to John Landis’s 1980 musical road comedy The Blues Brothers. We discuss the film’s story structure, cast, presentation, and deadpan sense of humor, as well as how all of those things compare and contrast surprisingly well with Holy Grail. Afterward, we both give a recommendation to pair with each movie, some much more unexpected than others!

NOTE: Due to a variety of unfortunate technical errors, the sound quality of this episode is a bit worse than usual. Sorry about that!

SHOW NOTES:

00:00:00 – Monty Python and the Holy Grail
00:59:05 – The Blues Brothers
01:31:50 – Our Recommendations for the Week

NEXT WEEK: Jason Read returns to Extra Milestone to discuss Stanley Kubrick’s The Shining (his favorite film) and both of Joe Dante’s Gremlins movies!

Music in this Episode: “Homeward Bound” by Jack Trombey and “Country Wide” by Anthony Mawer, both from Monty Python and the Holy Grail

Cinemaholics in this Episode: Sam Noland and Tyler Chambers

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Project Power, Boys State, Magic Camp, Happy Happy Joy Joy Aug 17, 2020

Good news, we don’t need a superpower pill to put on a powerful episode of Cinemaholics, which this week covers Project Power, now on Netflix and starring Jamie Foxx, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, and Dominique Fishback. We also discuss Boys State from A24, a documentary about Texas students who learn about politics by building a government of their own, which is now streaming on Apple TV+. Will describes the less magical elements of Magic Camp, a family comedy that just hit Disney+ starring Adam DeVine and Gillian Jacobs. And last, we have a heated debate about the controversial documentary Happy Happy Joy Joy, which is about the making of Nickelodeon’s pioneering ’90s cartoon “Ren and Stimpy” and the complicated legacy of its problematic show runner.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Just a normal Cinemaholics day
00:04:00 – Off-Topics; some new indie films we want to cover soon
00:09:30 – Jon caught up with Yes, God, Yes
00:11:55 – Project Power
00:30:10 – Boys State
00:38:20 – Magic Camp
00:48:00 – Happy Happy Joy Joy

Music in this episode: “Flowers” by The Deli

Links to what we mentioned on the show:

The “Swell” App, where you can leave a voice message for us to play on the podcast

Ways to connect with us:

Follow us on Twitter: Jon Negroni, Will Ashton.
Check out our Patreon to support Cinemaholics!
Don’t forget to review and rate the show on Apple Podcasts
Email your feedback to cinemaholicspodcast [at] gmail.com. You might just hear your email read on next week’s episode!
Like Cinemaholics on Facebook and Twitter.
Check out our YouTube channel for full episodes and excerpts from the archives.

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La Dolce Vita (1960) Aug 14, 2020

Jon Negroni makes his long-awaited return to Extra Milestone to investigate Federico Fellini's La Dolce Vita, one of his very favorite films. For 60 years, the film has gained a reputation of being one of the most insightful and layered journeys of World Cinema, and I had a wonderful time learning about its many rich cinematic attributes from Jon. Tune in to hear the two of us break down the film's cinematography, the way it uses the city of Rome to help tell its story, the many exciting chapters that comprise the plot, and more!

NEXT WEEK: To kick off the month of June, I will be joined by my former coworker and very close friend Tyler Chambers to review Monty Python and the Holy Grail and The Blues Brothers, two all-time comedy classics!

MUSIC IN THIS EPISODE: "la dolce vita" by Nino Rota.

CINEMAHOLICS IN THIS EPISODE: Sam Noland and Jon Negroni

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An American Pickle, The Tax Collector, Waiting for the Barbarians Aug 10, 2020

We've gotten ourselves into yet another...fermented cucumber. This week we're reviewing An American Pickle, the new Seth Rogen comedy now streaming on HBO Max. We also discuss David Ayer's latest directorial/screenwriting effort The Tax Collector, which stars Bobby Soto and Shia LaBeouf. And last is Ciro Guerra's Waiting for the Barbarians, a slow burn frontier drama starring Mark Rylance, Robert Pattinson, and Johnny Depp. Of course, we open up the episode with a brief, but satisfying check-in with Christopher Nolan, himself.

Music in this episode: “sincerely, yours” by Nohidea

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – We finally meet Christopher Nolan!
00:04:00 – Intro & Off-Topics
00:09:20 – An American Pickle
00:30:50 – The Tax Collector
00:45:00 – Waiting for the Barbarians

Links to what we mentioned on the show:

From Variety: "Director Ciro Guerra Denies Sexual Misconduct Allegations From Multiple Women"

Ways to connect with us:

Follow us on Twitter: Jon Negroni, Will Ashton.
Check out our Patreon to support Cinemaholics!
Don’t forget to review and rate the show on Apple Podcasts
Email your feedback to cinemaholicspodcast [at] gmail.com. You might just hear your email read on next week’s episode!
Like Cinemaholics on Facebook and Twitter.
Check out our YouTube channel for full episodes and excerpts from the archives.

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Jeanne Dielman, 23, Quai du Commerce, 1080 Bruxelles (1975) Aug 06, 2020

Settle in, listeners, because Julia Teti is back for this week’s Extra Milestone, and it’s for an undertaking of very subtle, methodical proportions. Julia and Sam have decided to touch on the most famous work of the late, great Chantal Akerman with her three-hour 1975 art house classic Jeanne Dielman, 23, Quai Du Commerce, 1080 Bruxelles. Celebrating 45 years this past May, the film has been revered by nearly all who have seen it, and continues to signify a wholly unique exploration of a day-to-day life seldom seen to this extent in cinema. With a legacy almost as impressive as its title and runtime, we had plenty to say about this monolithic milestone that continues to have a tremendous impact today.

SHOW NOTES:

00:00:00 – Jeanne Dielman, 23, Quai du Commerce, 1080 Bruxelles
00:38:47 – (Spoilers) Details of the film’s final minutes are discussed
00:44:35 – Julia and Sam recommend a pair of newer releases to supplement Jeanne Dielman

NEXT WEEK: To cap off the milestone month of May, Jon Negroni finally gets his wish to discuss Federico Fellini's La Dolce Vita on the anniversary of its Cannes release!

Music in this Episode: Sounds from the film Jeanne Dielman.

Cinemaholics in this Episode: Sam Noland and Julia Teti

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She Dies Tomorrow, Black is King, Host, The Fight Aug 03, 2020

The Cinemaholics gang is finally getting existential. Our featured review this week is She Dies Tomorrow, a new indie horror from Amy Seimetz. We also discuss Beyoncé's Disney+ visual album Black is King, which sort of ties into last year's The Lion King remake. Also, Host is a new horror film shot and produced during the pandemic, and it's about a Zoom call that goes horribly wrong. Fun! And last is a new political documentary called The Fight, which is about recent ACLU cases fighting various human rights cases in the United States. We also talk briefly about "Umbrella Academy" Season 2, the future of Netflix sitcoms without "Friends" or "The Office," and the latest release date news for Tenet.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – John Mulaney Introduces Cinemaholics!
00:03:40 – Intro & Off-Topics
00:15:00 – "Umbrella Academy" Season 2
00:16:55 – Will Netflix ever make a show like "Friends" or "The Office?"
00:27:35 – New release date for Tenet?
00:33:55 – She Dies Tomorrow
00:56:30 – Black is King
01:12:30 – Host
01:20:45 – The Fight

Music in this episode: “[oops]” by potsu

Links to what we mentioned on the show:

"How Netflix Could Fail" YouTube Video Essay by Captain Midnight

Ways to connect with us:

Follow us on Twitter: Jon Negroni, Will Ashton.
Check out our Patreon to support Cinemaholics!
Don’t forget to review and rate the show on Apple Podcasts
Email your feedback to cinemaholicspodcast [at] gmail.com. You might just hear your email read on next week’s episode!
Like Cinemaholics on Facebook and Twitter.
Check out our YouTube channel for full episodes and excerpts from the archives.

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Friday the 13th (1980), Bride of Frankenstein (1935), Re-Animator (1985) Jul 30, 2020

The summer is about to conclude with a creeping, atmospheric, gory bang, because Emily Kubincanek is back on The Extra Milestone to discuss a trio of Horror Classics! We start with a look at Sean S. Cunningham’s iconic slasher Friday the 13th, and how it sets itself apart from other such films, as well as the excitement of it all that still plays today. We continue with a discussion of James Whale’s sequel Bride of Frankenstein, including the similarities to Mary Shelley’s novel and how Universal crafted a new narrative around the characters. Finally, we dive into the hellish effects showcase that is the late Stuart Gordon’s Re-Animator!

SHOW NOTES:

00:3:10 – Friday the 13th
00:37:40 – Bride of Frankenstein
01:10:45 – Re-Animator

NEXT WEEK: Julia Teti is back! The two of us will be touching on the work of the brilliant Chantal Akerman with a discussion on Jeanne Dielman, her most well-known film!

Music in this Episode: Theme from Friday the 13th composed by Harry Manfredini, trailers for Friday the 13th, Bride of Frankenstein, and Re-Animator, theme from Re-Animator composed by Richard Band.

Cinemaholics in this Episode: Sam Noland and Emily Kubincanek

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The Rental, Yes God Yes, John Lewis: Good Trouble Jul 27, 2020

Special guest Abby Olcese joins us for a review of the new horror thriller The Rental, Dave Franco’s directorial debut starring Dan Stevens, Alison Brie, Sheila Vand, and Jeremy Allen White. We also discuss the dramedy Yes, God, Yes starring Natalia Dyer and the recent documentary John Lewis: Good Trouble. Plus we have some discussion about the role of VOD, streaming, and drive-ins as major theatrical releases continue to be delayed this year.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Will’s Jonless Vacation
00:02:25 – Intro & Off-Topics
00:05:05 – Jon’s been playing Ghost of Tsushima, and a listener asks us about the “Karen meme”
00:09:00 – New releases we didn’t catch this week
00:14:40 – Should more planned theatrical releases hit VOD and streaming instead?
00:22:00 – The Rental
00:52:10 – Yes, God, Yes
01:01:10 – John Lewis: Good Trouble

Music in this episode: “Affection” by Jinsang

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All Quiet on the Western Front (1930) Jul 23, 2020

Hold on to your helmets, listeners, because the illustrious Julia Teti is back on the Cinemaholics feed! And not a moment too soon, because the two of us are joined by the scintillating Will Ashton to make Extra Milestone history by tackling our second Best Picture Winner, our second 1930s Film, and our first War (and Anti-War) Film with Lewis Milestone’s All Quiet on the Western Front! Celebrating 90 years this past April, the film has built a deserved legacy of being one of the most effective condemnations of combat and warfare in cinema history, and the three of us have plenty to say to support that. The film’s storied production, its unique and controversial release, its eternal relevancy, and much more are discussed, and we even take the time to recommend some complementary films! You’re not gonna want to miss this one.

NEXT WEEK: Emily Kubincanek is back to discuss a trio of iconic Horror Films with me! Tune in to hear us discuss Bride of Frankenstein, Friday the 13th, and Re-Animator!

Music in this episode: Re-release trailer for the film and audio from the final scene (don’t worry, no spoilers here).

Cinemaholics in this episode: Sam Noland, Julia Teti, and Will Ashton

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Relic Jul 20, 2020

No Tenet? No problem. In addition to our featured review this week, we briefly discuss the new streaming service Peacock, including its flagship original series "Brave New World," which boasts an impressive cast. Plus, Will shares his thoughts on the recently released indie The Sunlit Night, which stars Jenny Slate. Finally, we get into an in-depth discussion of Relic, an Australian horror film starring Emily Mortimer, Robyn Nevin, and Bella Heathcote.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Cobb & Cooper
00:03:40 – Off-Topics
00:07:35 – Jon talks about "Brave New World" on Peacock
00:14:10 – Will talks about The Sunlit Night
00:21:40 – Relic
00:40:30 – Spoiler discussion for Relic

Music in this episode: “controlla” by Idealism

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The Passenger (1975), Peeping Tom (1960) Jul 16, 2020

In what will likely go down as the nerdiest and most esoteric Extra Milestone yet, I am joined by my good friend and fellow hardcore cinephile Andrew McMahon to discuss a pair of significant, influential, and all-around great films. We begin with a lengthy discussion of Michelangelo Antonioni’s reflective 1975 thriller The Passenger, in addition to Antonioni’s career as a whole that we’re familiar with, followed by a look at Michael Powell’s career-ending 1960 horror film Peeping Tom. We get into a lot of exciting history and interconnectivity to the greater cinematic art form over the course of both conversations, and we hope it’s just as fun to listen to as it was to record.

SHOW NOTES:

00:06:05 - The Passenger
01:03:15 - Peeping Tom

NEXT WEEK: Julia Teti makes her triumphant and long-awaited return to Cinemaholics for April’s main Extra Milestone!

NOTE: In this episode, I incorrectly assume that Andrei Tarkovsky was probably fond of Antonioni’s 1964 film Red Desert, when in actuality he rather despised it! Who knew?

Music in this episode: Opening titles of Peeping Tom, composed by Brian Easdale; Melodia Popolare Catalana 2 (end titles for The Passenger), composed by Mario Jalenti; music from the trailers for The Passenger and Peeping Tom.

Cinemaholics in this episode: Sam Noland & Andrew McMahon

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The Old Guard, Palm Springs, Greyhound, First Cow, Family Romance LLC, Sometimes Always Never Jul 13, 2020

Special guest Emily Kubincanek joins us for a marathon of reviews this week, starting with the new Netflix action blockbuster, The Old Guard, starring Charlize Theron and KiKi Layne. Then we loop into Hulu's time-bending rom-com Palm Springs, starring Andy Samberg and Cristin Milioti. Tom Hanks writes and stars in the new Apple TV+ WWII epic, Greyhound, which just released this week. We slow things down for the meditative First Cow from writer/director Kelly Reichardt. Oh, and Werner Herzog made a new Japanese-language film called Family Romance, LLC. Last, we finish things off with a wordy scramble of a review for the British quirk-film Sometimes Always Never, which stars Bill Nighy and Sam Riley.

Music in this episode: "5:32pm" by The Deli

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – QwyeBye
00:01:50 – Intro & Off-Topics
00:04:40 – The Old Guard
00:22:20 – Palm Springs
00:34:15 – Greyhound
00:42:30 – First Cow
00:58:45 – Family Romance, LLC
01:10:15 – Sometimes Always Never

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The Grapes of Wrath (1940), Terror of MechaGodzilla (1975), How to Train Your Dragon (2010) Jul 09, 2020

Promises are being fulfilled left and right on this week’s Extra Milestone, in which the long-awaited debut of podcast veteran Adonis Gonzalez finally takes place! Adonis and I have a trio of dramatically contrasting movies to discuss, starting with a lengthy exploration of John Ford’s depression-era adaptation of John Steinbeck’s The Grapes of Wrath. We continue with a discussion of Ishirō Honda’s character-defining Kaijū film (as well as Godzilla’s Shōwa Era as a whole) with Terror of MechaGodzilla, and we conclude with a celebration of the 10-year anniversary of Dreamworks’s How to Train Your Dragon. It was great to podcast with Adonis once more, and we hope to unite even more in the future. Enjoy!

SHOW NOTES:

00:04:30 – The Grapes of Wrath
00:44:50 – Terror of MechaGodzilla
01:17:30 – How to Train Your Dragon

NEXT TIME: Sam welcomes longtime friend, film enthusiast, and podcast newcomer Andrew McMahon to discuss Michelangelo Antonioni's The Passenger and Michael Powell's Peeping Tom!

Music in this episode: The opening theme of The Grapes of Wrath, composed by Ricky Ian Gordon; music from the trailers for The Grapes of Wrath, Terror of MechaGodzilla, and How to Train Your Dragon; the ending theme of Terror of MechaGodzilla, composed by Akira Ifukube.

Cinemaholics in this episode: Sam Noland & Adonis Gonzalez

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Hamilton Jul 06, 2020

In this episode about Hamilton, the live-recording of the hit broadway musical starring the original cast (Lin-Manuel Miranda, Leslie Odom Jr., Daveed Diggs, and many more) now streaming on Disney+, Jon raps.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – I’m Not Throwin’ Away My Pod
00:02:45 – Intro & Off-Topics
00:06:15 – Titanic, backlash, and you
00:18:30 – Hamilton

Music in this episode: “dusk” by tomcbumpz; the Disney+ trailer for Hamilton

Mentioned in this episode: Lindsay Ellis’s video essay about Titanic

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Rebecca (1940), Le Trou (1960) Jul 03, 2020

Special guest Emily Kubincanek joins us for a double milestone feature of Alfred Hitchcock’s Rebecca, which just celebrated 80 years since its release, as well as Jacques Becker’s final film Le Trou (or The Hole), which recently had its 60th anniversary. As always, we lay out the context for what makes these films so memorable all these years later, plus there’s a little contention between the Cinemaholics on both films, so stay tuned to hear where we all land.

SHOW NOTES:

00:00:00 – Just another day at the British Esquire Enquirer
00:02:25 – Intro & Show Overview
00:08:45 – Rebecca
01:01:30 – Le Trou

Music in this episode: The theme of Rebecca, composed by Franz Waxman; music from the trailers for Rebecca and Le Trou.

Cinemaholics in this episode: Sam Noland, Emily Kubincanek, & Jon Negroni

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Irresistible, My Spy, Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga Jun 29, 2020

Is Jon Stewart’s sophomore feature film irresistible? Is Dave Bautista our kind of spy? Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga? Find out on this week’s episode of Cinemaholics Z.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Death Cab For Spy Kids
00:03:55 – Intro & Off-Topics
00:06:20 – Eric Andre: Legalize Everything, Disclosure, Athlete: A
00:14:35 – What’s a movie genre you wish we’d see more of?
00:22:00 – Irresistible
00:40:35 – My Spy
00:54:10 – Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga

Music in this week’s episode: “Its All There” by Flitz&Suppe; “Married Life (From ‘Up’) by Sergy el Som

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Breathless (1960), Eyes Without A Face (1960), Deep Red (1975) Jun 25, 2020

In what will go down as the very first triple header in Extra Milestone history, I am joined once again by Anyway, That's All I Got veteran Jason Read! Jason and I take a look at both the French New Wave and the work of Jean-Luc Godard with Breathless (1960), explore a fantastic and somewhat lesser-known horror classic with Eyes Without A Face (1960), and round out the show with an exploration of the Giallo subgenre and the work of Dario Argento with the fiendishly frightening Deep Red (1975). Although we went heavily into detail with Breathless, we took special care not to give too much away about the latter two films, so feel free to listen to those segments whether they are old favorites or completely new to you. It's a delightful series of conversations that traverses a broad section of the cinematic landscape, and we hope it's just as fun to listen to as it was to record!

SHOW NOTES:

00:08:25 – Breathless
00:54:55 – Eyes Without A Face
01:25:40 – Deep Red

Next week on Extra Milestone, tune in to hear Sam, Jon, Will, and special guest Emily Kubincanek discuss Alfred Hitchcock's Rebecca (1940) and Jacques Becker's Le Trou (1960)!

Music in this episode: The theme of Eyes Without A Face, arranged by Maurice Jarre; music from the trailers for Breathless and Deep Red.

Cinemaholics in this episode: Sam Noland & Jason Read

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Miss Juneteenth, 7500, Wasp Network, Infamous Jun 22, 2020

This week, we're kicking the show off with a brief conversation about The Last of Us Part II, plus some listener feedback about political ideologies informing our film reviews. Then we kick off the week's new releases with Miss Juneteenth, a recent Sundance family drama starring Nicole Beharie. We also fasten our seatbelts for a review of 7500, a claustrophobic hijacking thriller starring Joseph Gordon-Levitt in his first film role since 2016. Will shares his thoughts on the new Netflix spy thriller Wasp Network, which has a huge cast including Penélope Cruz, Ana de Armas, Édgar Ramirez, and more. And we finish the show out with a drive-in feature called Infamous, which stars Bella Thorne and Jake Manley.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Will Cheated
00:02:10 – Intro & Off-Topics
00:04:55 – The Last of Us Part II
00:10:00 – Listener feedback: should movie reviews be political?
00:24:25 – Miss Juneteenth
00:32:50 – 7500
00:54:30 – Wasp Network
01:03:05 – Infamous

Music in this week’s episode: "carolina" by soho.

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Seven Chances (1925) Jun 19, 2020

The Extra Milestone crew has so far been "silent" when it comes to covering silent films, and for that, we have no excuse. But consider this deep dive of Buster Keaton's comedic classic Seven Chances to be our comeuppance! That's right, the screwball romantic comedy that helped define the genre recently celebrated 95 glorious years, making this the oldest film we've ever covered on the show. You'll laugh, you'll cry (from laughing), and just maybe you'll fall in love with one of the greatest actor-directors in all of film history.

Music in this episode: The opening theme of Seven Chances, composed by Robert Israel.

Cinemaholics in this episode: Sam Noland & Jon Negroni

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Da 5 Bloods, Artemis Fowl, The King of Staten Island Jun 16, 2020

Special guest Charlie Ridgely of Comicbook.com joins the show for a death-defying review of Spike Lee's new joint Da 5 Bloods, which is now streaming on Netflix. We also answer a listener question, rant about Artemis Fowl (now on Disney+), and finish things out with a balanced discussion of Judd Apatow's new dramedy The King of Staten Island starring Pete Davidson and Bill Burr, which just came out on VOD.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Mickey's Vault
00:04:30 – Intro & Off-Topics
00:08:05 – Jon finally saw The Vast of Night
00:11:05 – Listener question: what's the most annoying film cliche?
00:16:30 – Da 5 Bloods
00:54:35 – Artemis Fowl
01:19:50 – The King of Staten Island

Music in this week's episode: Sounds from the YouTube video "Mickey Never Came Back" by Ethereal Snake, which also inspired this week's opening; intro is “Winter Days" by Monma

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Shirley, Becky, Deerskin, Tommaso Jun 08, 2020

We haven't left our cabin for two months, but the good news is we have an internet connection, which means we just watched Shirley on Hulu! After a brief discussion of HBO Max and our current efforts to support causes related to the Black Lives Matter movement, we review some of the notable film releases of the last week, including Shirley from director Josephine Decker starring Elisabeth Moss and Michael Stuhlbarg, Becky starring Lulu Wilson and Kevin James, Deerskin from French director Quentin Dupieux, and Tommaso from director Abel Ferrara starring Willem Dafoe.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – A Negative Review Of Cinemaholics
00:03:20 – Just Mercy and our support for the Equal Justice Initiative
00:12:55 – HBO Max and Anna Kendrick's "Love Life"
00:27:10 – Shirley
00:44:55 – Becky
00:58:15 – Deerskin
01:07:40 – Tommaso

This week’s theme music: “Bunnies” by Dontcry and Nokiaa.

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Pinocchio (1940) Jun 05, 2020

When you wish upon a Pod, doesn't matter which host you are. When you wish upon a Pod, your streams come true. That's right. We're celebrating the 80th anniversary of Pinocchio this month on Extra Milestone. But first, a quick word from our good friend, Willt—I mean Walt Disney. Also, be sure to stick around toward the end of the show for a major announcement concerning the Extra Milestone podcast!

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – The Wonderful World of Color
00:06:50 – Intro & other movies we considered for this month
00:19:20 – The making of Pinocchio
00:43:40 – Our thoughts on Pinocchio all these years later
01:27:00 – Big announcement and what we're covering next month on Extra Milestone!

Theme music: "When You Wish Upon a Star" by Cliff Edwards.

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The High Note, Body Cam, Jeffrey Epstein: Filthy Rich, Hope Gap Jun 03, 2020

This past week may not have opened on a—ahem—high note, but that doesn't mean the Cinemaholics are tuning out on the latest batch of film releases. After a quick birthday shoutout for our favorite movies ever and a mini review of "Space Force" on Netflix, we jump into our in-depth review of The High Note, a new feel-good comedy-drama starring Dakota Johnson, Tracee Ellis Ross, Ice Cube, and Kelvin Harrison Jr. We also discuss Body Cam starring Mary J. Blige and Nat Wolff, the new Netflix documentary mini-series Jeffrey Epstein: Filthy Rich, and Hope Gap starring Annette Bening and Bill Nighy.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Will's big news
00:01:25 – Awesome intro that includes Will
00:04:20 – Our favorite movies ever
00:09:00 – "Space Force" mini review
00:18:35 – The High Note
00:37:35 – Body Cam
00:48:40 – Jeffrey Epstein: Filthy Rich
00:57:00 – Hope Gap

This week’s theme music: "Go to Bed" by Sarcastic Sounds.

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The Lovebirds, The Vast of Night, The Painter and the Thief, To the Stars May 29, 2020

The Lovebirds just hit Netflix, so Jon and Will are hitting the mic to talk about it. Does this new action rom-com starring Issa Rae and Kumail Nanjiani, which was originally planned for a theatrical release, scratch our itch for a studio comedy hitting the early ebbs of summer? Also, stay tuned for some extra reviews this week, including The Vast of Night, an indie sci-fi movie that just hit Amazon Prime Video and drive-in theaters. Jon gets a chance to express his love for The Painter and the Thief, a recent Sundance documentary that's now available via VOD. And the Cinemaholics finish the episode with a more topical discussion about black and white films, tied in with a review of To the Stars, another VOD release.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – The Jon & Will Cut
00:04:05 – Off-Topics
00:08:25 – The Lovebirds
00:24:45 – The Vast of Night
00:29:55 – The Painter and the Thief
00:40:25 – To the Stars

This week's theme music: "Just Wanna Chill" by Dominant.

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#ReleaseTheSnyderCut (Feat. Dan Murrell) May 24, 2020

Special guests Dan Murrell and Sam Noland are here to chat about Zack Snyder's recently announced director's cut of Justice League, which came out in 2017 to mostly negative reviews (from us, included). We break down this big news, explain what it means for the movie industry, and speculate about what the cut might look and feel like and what other director's cuts we're hoping to see someday.

Check out Dan Murrell's new YouTube Channel. And here's Joanna Robinson's article about the "Snyder Cut" on Vanity Fair, which we referenced during the show.

Theme Music: "Come Together" by Gary Clark Jr. & Junkie XL

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Scoob! May 19, 2020

Zoinks! Like, we’re finally reviewing Scoob! man! I’m Mathew Lillard, the real voice of Shaggy, and Jon and Will hired me to write this episode description for them. Those guys really know how to make a dude like me feel welcome. So like, special guests Matt Serafini and Chris Sheridan are totally here to help out, man! But I gotta be honest, why can’t we ever review, like, a Burger King or something? Anyway, you enjoy this review of Scoob!while I stay in the van and enjoy this chocolate pizza. What do you think, Frank—er, I mean Scoob? RUH-ROH RAGGY! What is it, Scoob? Wait, is that a…a…P-P-P-ODCAST JUMP THE SHARK MOMENT?! (running away sound effects)

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Previously on Cinemaholics
00:01:00 – That 70’s Intro
00:03:30 – Scoob!

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Valley Girl, Capone, Driveways, Spaceship Earth, Becoming, The Wrong Missy May 17, 2020

Like, we’re totally traveling to the 80s, man! Will our review of Valley Girl starring Jessica Rothe be as bitchin’ as the original from 1983? As if! But we go even further back in time to discuss Josh Trank’s new biopic Capone starring Tom Hardy, and something smells with this movie, dude! Let’s slow down a bit and relax by the driveway in Driveways, which is a super chill indie drama, don’t have a cow! Forget the 80s, though, let’s go to the 90s in Spaceship Earth, a new Sundance documentary about some radical hippies who lived in a Biosphere back in 1991. Far out, man! On Netflix, we got Becoming, a new doc about Michelle Obama, so like hail to the former chief’s ex-ce-llent first lady. And last, Jon asks Will, “where your beef?!” with The Wrong Missy, a new Netflix comedy starring David Spade and Lauren Lapkus. Guess that one gagged Will with a spoon!

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Jon & Will’s Excellent Adventure
00:06:45 – Off-Topics
00:09:25 – Valley Girl
00:33:15 – Capone
00:54:35 – Driveways
01:07:00 – Spaceship Earth
01:16:40 – Becoming
01:22:50 – The Wrong Missy

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Beastie Boys Story, The Half of It, Hollywood, Dangerous Lies, Clementine May 09, 2020

Hit it! Yo it’s Jon and Will and they’re here to chat, CINEMAHOLICS IS WHERE IT’S AT. A podcast, a film show, reviews galore. If you’re not into it, there’s the DOOR. It starts with Beastie Boys and here’s their Story, an Apple TV doc about all their glory. On Netflix we stan, Alice Wu’s romance, it’s THE HALF OF IT, and you stand no CHANCE. We go to Hollywood, the big Ryan Murphy joint, again on Netflix, so yeah what’s the POINT. Of watchin’ what else, like Dangerous Lies, BUT THAT’S ON NETFLIX TOO, man time flies. So if you’re quite unsure, about what to watch, we got one more cure, CLEMENTINE on VOD kicks it up a NOTCH! notch…notch…notch…notch…notch.

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Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Pranks!
00:02:00 – Off-Topics
00:06:20 – Beastie Boys Story
00:22:45 – The Half of It
00:42:30 – Hollywood
00:57:20 – Dangerous Lies
01:07:10 – Clementine

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The Plot Against America May 04, 2020

Special guest Emily Kubincanek joins us for a bonus review of The Plot Against America, a new HBO mini-series starring Zoe Kazan, Winona Ryder, John Turturro, and many more. From David Simon (creator of The Wire), this alternate history drama follows a Jewish family in 1940s New Jersey trying to grapple with the presidency of Charles Lindbergh, who wins on a platform of staying out of World War II and has a history of antisemitism.

Our theme music this week comes from the soundtrack for The Plot Against America.

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Bad Education, The Willoughbys, True History of the Kelly Gang, Extraction, Normal People May 02, 2020

Hey folks, Coach here. Ready to tell you all about our Bad Education review this week. Now on HBO. Ya gotta trust your teachers, but what if your superintendent was secretly Hugh Jackman? What if Allison Janney was his right hand? Don’t worry. I got my eye on both ’em. Anyway, we also got you folks covered on The Willoughbys, the new Netflix animated film. Time for a history lesson with True History of the Kelly Gang, which just hit VOD. Extraction is on Netflix too, and I gotta say, I love me an action flick with Chris Hemsworth. Finally, we get a little sappy and romantic, what’s new, with Normal People, which just dropped its first season on Hulu. If it’s anything like the season I got comin’ up in the fall, it’s a doozy. Anyway. Coach, OUT!

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Coach here
00:01:55 – Intro
00:06:10 – Bad Education
00:32:35 – The Willoughbys
00:50:35 – True History of the Kelly Gang
01:14:55 – Extraction
01:26:45 – Normal People

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Sergio, Sea Fever, Selah and the Spades, Abe, Endings Beginnings Apr 22, 2020

Well, the news is out. Jon and Will’s parents just got married, which means Cinemaholics has a brand new intro to mark the occasion. Once that’s out of the way, the bruthas get down to business reviewing Sergio, the new Netflix film starring Wagner Moura and Ana de Armas. After a quick chat about their favorite flicks of 2020 so far, the mismatched duo discuss the new sci-fi horror thriller Sea Fever, high school indie Selah and the Spades on Prime Video, Abe starring Noah Schnapp of “Stranger Things” fame, and Endings, Beginnings from Like Crazy director Drake Doremus starring Shailene Woodley, Sebastian Stan, and Jamie Dornan.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Will & Jon
00:03:45 – Off-Topics: SXSW on Amazon Prime
00:11:35 – Sergio
00:28:55 – Our favorite films of 2020 so far
00:31:45 – Sea Fever
00:40:50 – Selah and the Spades
00:56:05 – A few films and shows Will has been catching up on
00:59:20 – Abe
01:07:15 – Endings, Beginnings

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Trolls: World Tour, Tigertail, Vivarium, Love Wedding Repeat, Impractical Jokers: The Movie Apr 15, 2020

We may not be allowed to explore the world right now, but a mere quarantine won't stop these Trolls from rocking out. In this action-packed episode of Cinemaholics, we open with an extended Off-Topics section covering all the latest shows we've been watching, including Quibi, for some reason. After a quick PSA, we discuss DreamWorks and Universal's surprise straight-to-streaming sequel, Trolls: World Tour. Then we slow things way down to discuss Tigertail, a new original Netflix drama starring Tzi Ma. Looking for a weird sci-fi indie starring Jesse Eisenberg and Imogen Poots? Look no further than Vivarium. There's also Love Wedding Repeat, another new Netflix movie, but this one is a multiverse rom-com starring Sam Claflin and Olivia Munn. Finally, Will Ashton gets a bit serious for our detailed, practical review of Impractical Jokers: The Movie, based on the truTV show.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Intro
00:02:05 – Off-Topics: all the shows we've been watching from home, but also Quibi
00:37:10 – PODCAST SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT
00:41:00 – Trolls: World Tour
01:00:00 – Tigertail
01:14:50 – Vivarium
01:22:45 – Love Wedding Repeat
01:30:45 – Impractical Jokers: The Movie

Theme music: "Trolls Wanna Have Good Times" from the original soundtrack of Trolls: World Tour.

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Bacurau, The Platform, McMillion$, Swallow, Coffee & Kareem Apr 08, 2020

Special guest Sam Noland joins us for a weird review of the new weird western Bacurau, now available through some streaming platforms and maybe your local arthouse theater. The gang also discusses a new sci-fi horror flick called The Platform on Netflix, the HBO documentary mini-series McMillion$, yet another sci-fi horror flick called Swallow starring Haley Bennett, and stoner buddy comedy Coffee & Kareem on Netflix starring Ed Helms and Taraji P. Henson.

You can find new movies to stream including some of what we talked about this week on this Letterboxd list.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – The Lords of the Engagement Rings
00:05:05 – Intro
00:07:50 – Bacurau
00:26:45 – The Platform
00:41:15 – McMillion$
00:45:00 – Swallow
00:51:55 – Coffee & Kareem

Theme music: From the original soundtrack of Bacurau, composed by Mateus Alves & Tomaz Alves Souza.

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Tiger King, Bloodshot, Crip Camp, Slay the Dragon Apr 01, 2020

From rednecks to orange chests, we’ve to you covered this week on Cinemaholics. First we dive into the insanity of Joe Exotic in the new Netflix documentary series, Tiger King: Murder, Mayhem and Madness. Then we really kick into gear for our review of Bloodshot, a Vin Diesel action movie that only briefly appeared in theaters before getting blasted into VOD. Last, we discuss a pair of more inspiring documentaries, which include Crip Camp on Netflix from Higher Ground Productions (owned by Barack and Michelle Obama) and Slay the Dragon, a documentary about gerrymandering from Magnolia Pictures.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Off-Topics
00:10:40 – Tiger King: Murder, Mayhem and Madness
00:27:55 – Bloodshot
00:41:15 – Crip Camp
00:46:15 – Slay the Dragon

Theme music: From the original soundtrack of La Dolce Vita, composed by Nino Rota.

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Big Time Adolescence, The Banker, Stargirl, Lost Girls Mar 25, 2020

The cinema may be closed, but not Cinemaholics! We're covering some of the most notable new streaming releases hitting your WiFi router, which include a Sundance indie on Hulu starring Pete Davidson, a would-be Oscar contender on Apple TV+ starring Anthony Mackie and Samuel L. Jackson, a Disney+ original music drama starring Grace VanderWaal, and a crime drama on Netflix starring Amy Ryan.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – PODCAST SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT
00:03:30 – Off-Topics
00:10:45 – Big Time Adolescence
00:25:15 – The Banker
00:41:40 – Stargirl
00:49:55 – Lost Girls

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His Girl Friday (1940) Mar 23, 2020

Here's the big scoop! For our February Extra Milestone, we're getting down and dirty with His Girl Friday, see. Directed by Howard Hawks and starring Cary Grant, Rosalind Russell, Ralph Bellamy (as himself?), and many others, we discuss how this 1940 film was made and what we think of it today, 80 years later.

Correction: In the episode, Sam incorrectly states that His Girl Friday is #40 on Empire's "500 Greatest Films of All Time" list. It's actually #58. Sam has been fully scolded for this error by his peers, but that doesn't mean you should go easy on him.

Theme Music: the opening credits of His Girl Friday.

Show Notes:

00:04:35 – What We Didn’t Select This Month
00:19:00 – His Girl Friday Introduction/Background
00:42:15 – Our Experiences with the Movie
00:52:15 – Synopsis/Critical Evaluation
01:31:00 – Movies to vote on for next month!

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The Hunt, Guns Akimbo, I Still Believe, Never Rarely Sometimes Always Mar 16, 2020

Special guest Amanda the Jedi joins us all the way from YouTube to review a host of controversial new films most of us can't see in theaters right now, including The Hunt starring Betty Gilpin, Guns Akimbo starring Daniel Radcliffe and Samara Weaving, I Still Believe starring Britt Robertson and her boyfriend Archie (fine, KJ Apa), and Never Rarely Sometimes Always starring Sidney Flanigan and Talia Ryder.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Off-Topics
00:08:20 – The Hunt
00:33:00 – Guns Akimbo
00:53:40 – I Still Believe
01:04:40 – Never Rarely Sometimes Always
01:18:50 – PODCAST SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT
01:22:00 – A Fireside Chat with Jon and Will

We need your help! The next few weeks (and maybe more) will be a challenging time for our friends and family all around the world. As this podcast proceeds, we want to keep working and putting out entertaining reviews and games and the like for our audience. Please let us know in the comments what kinds of episodes you'd like us to do while movies aren't really coming out in theaters at this current moment.

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Onward, The Way Back, Emma., Spenser Confidential Mar 10, 2020

Special guest Charlie Ridgely joins us for a cinematic quest from the fantastical suburbia of Pixar's Onward to the Los Angeles basketball courts of The Way Back, and even further to the debutante affairs of Emma. Whatever your poison (Spenser Confidential, anyone?), the Cinemaholics have you covered this week.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Off-Topics
00:13:50 – Onward
00:49:35 – The Way Back
01:04:05 – Emma.
01:22:10 – Spenser Confidential

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Theme Music: "Boom Bastia!" composed by Mychael Danna and Jeff Danna, available on the original soundtrack for Onward. The extra intro music at the beginning is from "Emma Suite," composed by Isobel Waller-Bridge and David Schweitzer, appearing on the original soundtrack for Emma.

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The Invisible Man, A Shaun the Sheep Movie: Farmageddon, Wendy, The Call of the Wild Mar 02, 2020

Special guest The Invisible Man comes on the show to talk about his own movie The Invisible Man, which was directed by Leigh Whannell and stars Elisabeth Moss. So stay tuned to hear our thoughts on the latest Blumhouse horror movie, which has most audiences and critics pleasantly spooked. The Cinemaholics also have a chance to discuss the other new releases of the week, including Wendy, Shaun the Sheep 2, and more.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Episode Overview
00:04:25 – The Invisible Man
00:45:30 – A Shaun the Sheep Movie: Farmageddon
00:59:05 – Wendy
01:08:05 – The Call of the Wild

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Portrait of a Lady on Fire Feb 29, 2020

Special guests Julia Teti and Emily Kubincanek join Jon and Will for an in-depth review of Portrait of a Lady on Fire, one of the most universally acclaimed new films from the last year. Directed by Céline Sciamma, this sweeping romantic drama centers around an intense love affair between a young painter (Noémie Merlant) and the woman she is secretly painting a portrait of (Adèle Haenel).

Theme Music: Antonio Vivaldi - Violin Concerto in G Minor, RV 315 "L'estate": I. Allegro

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Young Frankenstein (1974) Feb 26, 2020

It's been over four decades, and Mel Brooks still has us laughing. As we mark the 45th anniversary of Young Frankenstein, Jon and Sam discuss the spooky comedy's legacy as one of our latest "Extra Milestone" films. Starring Gene Wilder, Peter Boyle, Marty Feldman, Teri Garr, and many more familiar faces, Young Frankenstein proves that even a parody film can be just as thrilling and satisfying as a bonafide sequel in the Universal Monsters canon.

Show Notes:

00:02:25 – The movies we didn't select for this month's show
00:20:35 – How did Young Frankenstein get made?
00:53:00 – How did you watch the film for the first time?
01:00:30 – What are your general thoughts on Young Frankenstein?
01:43:40 – Movies to vote on for next month!

Theme Music: the opening credits of Young Frankenstein, composed by John Morris.

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Sonic the Hedgehog, The Photograph, Downhill, To All the Boys: P.S. I Still Love You Feb 17, 2020

Did audiences have a real need for speed this Valentine's Day? Jon and Will review Sonic the Hedgehog, which premiered this weekend to huge success despite its release delay, alongside other new wide releases like The Photograph and Downhill, plus the new Netflix rom-com sequel, To All the Boys: P.S. I Still Love You.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Episode Overview
00:06:10 – Sonic the Hedgehog
00:32:15 – The Photograph
00:42:25 – Downhill
00:53:05 – To All the Boys: P.S. I Still Love You

Theme Music: The opening intro of the 1993 TB series Adventures of Sonic the Hedgehog, composed by Clark Gassman.

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Birds of Prey, Horse Girl, BoJack Horseman, Timmy Failure: Mistakes Were Made Feb 10, 2020

Ready to be emancipated from January movie season? Birds of Prey (And the Fantabulous Emancipation of One Harley Quinn) just flew into theaters, and the Cinemaholics are ready to discuss. Stay tuned for reviews of the new Netflix film Horse Girl starring Alison Brie, our quick Season 6 discussion of BoJack Horseman, and the surprisingly good new Disney+ original movie Timmy Failure: Mistakes Were Made.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Intro
00:02:25 – Birds of Prey
00:30:10 – Horse Girl
00:42:35 – BoJack Horseman Season 6
00:56:05 – Timmy Failure: Mistakes Were Made

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Oscars 2020 – If We Picked the Winners! Feb 07, 2020

On a special bonus episode of Cinemaholics, we pick our own winners for the 2020 Oscars ceremony. Inspired by the Siskel and Ebert classic format, we go through the nominees of almost every category and explain our favorites.

Theme Music: sound recorded live during the taping of "Siskel & Ebert: If We Picked The Winners" on March 1, 1990.

Want to cut to the chase? Below are our consolidated picks, voted on by just Jon Negroni, Sam Noland, and Will Ashton.

VISUAL EFFECTS
The Lion King

CINEMATOGRAPHY
1917, Roger Deakins

INTERNATIONAL FEATURE FILM
Parasite

DOCUMENTARY (FEATURE)
For Sama

ANIMATED FEATURE FILM
Klaus

MUSIC (ORIGINAL SONG)
“I Can’t Let You Throw Yourself Away”from Toy Story 4, Randy Newman

MUSIC (ORIGINAL SCORE)
Marriage Story, Randy Newman

FILM EDITING
Parasite

SHORT FILM (ANIMATED)
Sister

SHORT FILM (LIVE ACTION)
A Sister

DOCUMENTARY (SHORT SUBJECT)
In the Absence

COSTUME DESIGN
Once Upon a Time In...Hollywood

PRODUCTION DESIGN
Parasite

SOUND EDITING
Ford v Ferrari

SOUND MIXING
Ad Astra

MAKEUP AND HAIRSTYLING
1917

WRITING (ADAPTED SCREENPLAY)
Little Women

WRITING (ORIGINAL SCREENPLAY)
Marriage Story

ACTOR IN A SUPPORTING ROLE
Tom Hanks, A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood

ACTRESS IN A SUPPORTING ROLE
Florence Pugh, Little Women

ACTOR IN A LEADING ROLE
Antonio Banderas, Pain & Glory

ACTRESS IN A LEADING ROLE
Scarlett Johansson, Marriage Story

DIRECTING
Bong Joon Ho, Parasite

BEST PICTURE
Parasite

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Sundance 2020, Miss Americana, The Rhythm Section, Gretel & Hansel Feb 03, 2020

It's that time of year again, when Jon goes to see way too many movies in Park City, Utah, then comes back to tell us all about them. In addition to giving an overview of the Sundance Film Festival, Jon joins Will for in-depth reviews of the new Taylor Swift documentary Miss Americana, The Rhythm Section starring Blake Lively and Jude Law, and the dark fantasy reimagining Gretel & Hansel.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Sundance Film Festival 2020
01:02:50 – Miss Americana
01:17:10 – The Rhythm Section
01:30:40 – Gretel & Hansel

Theme Music: “Miss Americana and the Heartbreak Prince (Instrumental)" by Taylor Swift.

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The Gentlemen, Color Out of Space, Clemency, A Fall From Grace, VHYes Jan 29, 2020

This week, a couple of gents got together to discuss The Gentlemen, the newest film from writer/director Guy Ritchie. With Jon Negroni still shivering in the cold at the Sundance Film Festival, Will Ashton and special guest Sam Noland go across the pond to see what is being considered a return-to-form for the British filmmaker by some and a regressive piece of work by others. Where do these two lads land? Listen to this week’s episode to find out, in addition to hearing our thoughts on Richard Stanley’s H.P. Lovecraft adaptation, Color Out of Space, starring Nicolas Cage, Tyler Perry’s Netflix Original, A Fall From Grace, Clemency starring Alfre Woodard, and a lot more.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Intro
00:03:10 – Varda by Agnès
00:05:15 – Pain & Glory
00:07:40 – Goldman v. Silverman
00:11:30 – What Did Jack Do?
00:13:35 – The Gentlemen
00:29:50 – Color Out of Space
00:44:05 – Clemency
00:49:00 – A Fall From Grace
00:57:00 – VHYes

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Dolittle, Bad Boys for Life Jan 21, 2020

It's survival of the fittest this week on Cinemaholics, which means special guest Cory Woodroof has stepped up to fill in for Jon while he's away at Sundance. Cory and Will dive into some catch-up reviews, plus they react to the Oscars 2020 nominations before reviewing the two wide releases this week: Dolittle and Bad Boys for Life.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Second Opinion: Underwater
00:06:40 – Mini Review: Queen & Slim
00:13:00 – Oscars 2020 reactions
00:38:15 – Second Opinion: Joe Pera Talks With You Season 2
00:47:15 – Review: Dolittle
01:07:45 – Spoiler Review: Dolittle
01:22:05 – Review: Bad Boys for Life

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Just Mercy, Underwater, Togo, Like a Boss Jan 14, 2020

We're taking our latest film takes to court this week with Just Mercy, starring Michael B. Jordan, Jamie Foxx, and Brie Larson. We review the other big releases of the week, plus a second opinion on A Hidden Life and a catch-up discussion on Varda by Agnès.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Intro & Off-Topics
00:10:00 – Second Opinion: A Hidden Life
00:12:35 – Mini Review: Varda by Agnès
00:16:05 – Review: Just Mercy
00:32:25 – Review: Underwater
00:40:00 – Review: Togo
00:46:15 – Review: Like a Boss

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Ranking the Star Wars Movies, From Phantom Menace to Rise of Skywalker Jan 10, 2020

Jon and Sam dive into the entire Star Wars saga of films, ranking all their favorites and combining them into one definitive list that will hopefully bring balance to the fandom. Just kidding, we know this will make everyone mad. Enjoy!

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Top 10 Films of 2019 Jan 07, 2020

Special guest Sam Noland joins us for a countdown of our favorite films this year, as well as our general reflections on 2019. You'll also hear voice recordings from Cinemaholics contributors all across the globe who picked vastly different films for their own lists, which all factor into our definitive Top 25 rankings, which you'll hear at the end of the episode along with outliers and honorable mentions. This is our longest episode of Cinemaholics yet, but we hope you give the whole episode a listen as we deep dive into a wide variety of films that made this past year just a little better.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Our general reflections on 2019 in film
00:12:55 – #10 Picks: Slut in a Good Way, The Farewell
00:25:15 – #9 Picks: Waves, Climax
00:36:50 – #8 Picks: The Beach Bum, Us
00:51:55 – #7 Picks: Ad Astra, The Lighthouse, Luce
01:03:50 – #6 Picks: This Changes Everything, Long Day's Journey Into Night, Klaus
01:20:55 – #5 Picks: Aniara, Uncut Gems, 1917
01:43:15 – #4 Picks: One Cut of the Dead, A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood, Portrait of a Lady on Fire
02:05:20 – #3 Picks: Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, High Life
02:18:20 – #2 Picks: Midsommar, Parasite
02:34:35 – #1 Picks: The Nightingale, Marriage Story, The Last Black Man in San Francisco
03:06:30 – Top 25 Films of 2019 (as decided by all the Cinemaholics)

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Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, Uncut Gems, Little Women, Bombshell Dec 30, 2019

We have a bad feeling about this episode. This week, Jon and Will return from their holiday break to catch up on the biggest December releases you may have already seen. From the far away galaxy of The Rise of Skywalker to the even more alien city in Uncut Gems and Bombshell (New York), this is an episode you don't want to miss.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Intro & Off-Topics
00:04:00 – Mini Reviews: Spies in Disguise, A Hidden Life, The Witcher Season 1, You Season 2, Joe Pera Talks With You Season 2, John Mulaney and the Sack Lunch Bunch, The Laundromat, One Cut of the Dead
00:22:30 – Review: Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker
00:50:45 – Review: Uncut Gems
01:08:55 – Review: Little Women
01:26:20 – Review: Bombshell

Theme music: "Reunion" composed by John Williams for the original soundtrack of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker.

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Monty Python's Life of Brian (1979) Dec 27, 2019

Time for an Extra Milestone of Biblical proportions. Sort of. This month, Jon and Sam explore Monty Python's Life of Brian, which celebrates 40 years this past November.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Overview of the show
00:04:00 – Other movies we considered for November
00:16:05 – Background and Legacy of Life of Brian
00:50:50 – Spoiler-filled discussion of Life of Brian
01:45:30 – Movies to vote on for December!

Help us decide what to discuss for the month of December:

Gone with the Wind (1939)
Pickpocket (1959)
Goldfinger (1964)
Young Frankenstein (1974)
The Godfather Part II (1974)
All That Jazz (1979)
Magnolia (1999)

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Cats Dec 19, 2019

We saw Cats. Is it purrfect, or should audiences catnip this in the bud? We saw Cats.

Directed and co-written by Tom Hooper, Cats is based on the long-running 1981 musical from Andrew Lloyd Webber. It stars James Corden, Judi Dench, Jason Derulo, Idris Elba, Jennifer Hudson, Ian McKellen, Taylor Swift, Rebel Wilson, Ray Winstone, Laurent Bourgeois, Laurie Davidson, and introduces Francesca Hayward as Victoria.

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Jumanji: The Next Level, Black Christmas, Richard Jewell, 6 Underground Dec 18, 2019

It's playtime for the Cinemaholics, as we get sucked into Jumanji: The Next Level. We catch up on a ton of other films, too, including Black Christmas, Richard Jewell, 6 Underground and a whole lot more in our Off-Topics segment. Grab a controller, press play, and join us.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Intro & Off-Topics
00:07:45 – Jon briefly shares his thoughts on Hala, Atlantics, I Lost My Body, The Peanut Butter Falcon, and Transit
00:18:45 – Second opinion: 1917
00:24:05 – Second opinion: In Fabric
00:28:40 – Review: Jumanji: The Next Level
00:51:00 – Review: Black Christmas
01:11:40 – Review: Richard Jewell
01:24:50 – Review: 6 Underground

Theme music: "The Jumanji Suite," composed by Henry Jackman on the original soundtrack for Jumanji: The Next Level.

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Winter Movie Preview 2019-2020 Dec 09, 2019

It's the most cinematic time of the year...for the cinemaholics, at least! Jon and Will discuss the films they're most excited about watching from now until the end of February, along with some dark horse picks that have them more curious than ever about the upcoming winter season.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Intro & Off-Topics
00:04:37 – What are some 2019 movies you want to catch up on over the holidays?
00:15:45 – Quick recap of the fall movie season
00:25:15 – Our most anticipated movies of the winter season
00:49:50 – Our dark horses (films we're morbidly curious about)
01:23:20 – Winter preview speed round!

Question of the Week: What should be our featured review for next week?

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Interview – Kelvin Harrison Jr. Talks 'Waves' and the Current State of Filmmaking Dec 05, 2019

Jon Negroni interviews Kelvin Harrison Jr, star of the new A24 film Waves from director Trey Edward Shults.

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Knives Out, 1917, Noelle, Mickey and the Bear, 21 Bridges, Let it Snow, By the Grace of God Dec 02, 2019

This week, every movie is a suspect. Jon and Will discuss the latest releases, including Rian Johnson's modern whodunnit-murder-mystery ensemble, Knives Out, which stars way too many people to mention. We also talk Christmas movies on streaming, catch up on recent flicks we missed, and cover a few indies you might want to add to your ever-growing radar.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Intro & Off-Topics
00:07:00 – TV break: The Mandalorian and Merry Happy Whatever
00:21:05 – Second Opinion: Last Christmas
00:23:35 – Review: 1917
00:39:05 – Review: Noelle
00:53:15 – Review: Mickey and the Bear
01:11:25 – Review: 21 Bridges
01:18:35 – Review: Let it Snow
01:27:55 – Review: By the Grace of God
01:32:50 – Review: Knives Out
01:49:20 – Spoiler Discussion: Knives Out

Question of the Week: What are some 2019 movies you want to catch up on over the holidays? (Last week's question, but added to this week as well!)

This week’s theme music is “Knives Out! (String Quartet in G Minor)” by Nathan Johnson and can be found on the original soundtrack for Knives Out.

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Let's play Cinephile! A card game for movie lovers. Nov 30, 2019

It's game night for the Cinemaholics, as we play Cinephile on this week's bonus show, featuring special guests Sam Noland and Cory Woodroof. The gang competes to recall the filmographies of John Travolta, Bruce Willis, Penelope Cruz, and Greta Gerwig. Plus, a few rounds of "six degrees of separation," where we attempt to link two actors at random through their associated roles with other actors!

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Frozen 2, A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood, The Irishman, The Two Popes Nov 25, 2019

The hot takes never bothered the Cinemaholics anyway. This week, Jon and Will review Frozen 2, the latest animated Disney film, along with the other big releases of the week.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Intro & Off-Topics
00:05:15 – What should be the next Disney animated sequel?
00:17:45 – Jon talks briefly about The Dragon Prince Season 3, The Mandalorian, Waves, The End of the F***** World Season 2, Knives Out, Greener Grass, Charlie’s Angels
00:30:15 – Will talks briefly about the Three Rivers Film Festival: Another Day of Life, Our Time Machine, Mickey and the Bear, Gallery of Monsters (1924)
00:38:15 – Review: Frozen 2
01:07:35 – Review: A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood
01:29:25 – Review: The Irishman
01:43:15 – Review: The Two Popes

Question of the Week: What are some 2019 movies you want to catch up on over the holidays?

This week’s theme music is “Into the Unknown (Instrumental)” by Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez and can be found on the original soundtrack for Frozen 2.

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Ford v Ferrari, Charlie’s Angels, Klaus, Jay and Silent Bob Reboot Nov 18, 2019

This week, Jon and Will enter the fast lane for an in-depth review of Ford v Ferrari, starring Matt Damon and Christian Bale. They kick things off with some mini reviews for The Irishman, Parasite, and Doctor Sleep. Plus some full reviews for Charlie's Angels, Klaus, and Jay and Silent Bob Reboot.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Intro & Off-Topics
00:05:45 – Which TV series deserves a big screen film adaptation?
00:32:00 – Mini review: The Irishman
00:44:05 – Second opinion: Parasite
00:51:45 – Second opinion: Doctor Sleep
00:57:55 – Mini review: Dickinson
01:01:25 – Review: Ford v Ferrari
01:25:10 – Review: Charlie's Angels
01:38:15 – Review: Klaus
01:59:10 – Review: Jay and Silent Bob Reboot

Question of the Week: What should be the next Disney animated sequel?

This week’s theme music is “Le Mans 66,” which was composed by Marco Beltrami and Buck Sanders and can be found on the original soundtrack for Ford v Ferrari.

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Waves, Honey Boy Nov 16, 2019

Special guest Brandon Katz joins us for a bonus episode of Cinemaholics where we dive into Waves, the new A24 drama starring Kelvin Harrison Jr., Taylor Russell, and Sterling K. Brown. After that, we review Honey Boy from Amazon Studios, which stars Shia LaBeouf as his own father in a semi-autobiographical drama about his life as a child actor coming of age.

This week’s theme music is “Godspeed” by Frank Ocean and can be found on the soundtrack for Waves.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Waves
00:16:18 – How will A24 fare at the 2020 Oscars?
00:24:30 – Honey Boy
00:39:40 – Let's talk about Amazon Studios

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Doctor Sleep, Last Christmas, Playing with Fire Nov 12, 2019

Special guest Cory Woodroof joins Will Ashton for an in-depth review of Doctor Sleep, a spiritual sequel to Stanley Kubrick's The Shining, but also an adaptation of Stephen King's novel of the same name starring Ewan McGregor and Rebecca Ferguson.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Intro & Off-Topics
00:10:45 – Which Stephen King film or TV series was better than the source material?
00:25:20 – Second opinion: Jojo Rabbit
00:31:40 – Seth Meyers: Lobby Baby
00:40:30 – Second opinion: Marriage Story
00:44:45 – Doctor Sleep (Spoiler-free)
01:13:10 – Spoiler discussion of Doctor Sleep
01:24:00 – Last Christmas
01:46:00 – Playing with Fire

Question of the Week: Which TV series deserves a big screen film adaptation? BONUS: Is James Mangold overrated, underrated, or just plain rated?

Theme music: is “Dies Irae / Violet,” which was composed by The Newton Brothers and can be found on the original soundtrack for Doctor Sleep.

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Ed Wood (1994) Nov 06, 2019

This is the episode we'll be remembered for. This month on Extra Milestone, Jon, Sam, and Will discuss Tim Burton's Ed Wood, which celebrates its 25th anniversary of release. We discuss how the film got made, its legacy over the years, and what we really think about it after all this time.

Theme Music: The opening credits of Ed Wood, composed by Howard Shore.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Overview of the show
00:06:23 – Other movies we considered for October
00:16:28 – Background and Legacy of Ed Wood
01:01:46 – Spoiler-filled discussion of Ed Wood
02:06:34 – Movies to vote on for November!

Help us decide what to discuss for the month of October:

Godzilla (1954)
Ben-Hur (1959)
Murder on the Orient Express (1974)
A Woman Under the Influence (1974)
Monty Python's Life of Brian (1979)
A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984)

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Terminator: Dark Fate, Marriage Story, Harriet, The King, Western Stars Nov 04, 2019

This week, Jon and Will explore the bright spots of Terminator: Dark Fate, the newest Terminator film directed this time by Tim Miller (Deadpool ). They also discuss Marriage Story from director Noah Baumbach, which stars Adam Driver and Scarlett Johansson. As well as Harriet, the new biopic centering around Harriet Tubman starring Cynthia Erivo, and The King, a Henry V war epic on Netflix starring Timothée Chalamet, Joel Edgerton, and Robert Pattinson.

This week’s theme music is “Dark Fate,” which was composed by Tom Holkenborg and can be found on the original soundtrack for Terminator: Dark Fate.

Question of the Week: Which adaption of a Stephen King novel or short story was better as a film or TV series?

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Intro
00:04:30 – What should be the next "legacy sequel" for a franchise?
00:20:44 – Jon briefly talks about The Morning Show
00:28:14 – Terminator: Dark Fate
01:08:22 – Marriage Story
01:27:11 – Harriet
01:37:38 – The King
01:07:04 – Western Stars

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The Lighthouse, Jojo Rabbit, Dolemite Is My Name, The Current War Oct 30, 2019

Consider our timbers shivered. This week, Jon and Will review The Lighthouse, which is the newest indie freak flick from Robert Eggers, director of 2016's The Witch. Later in the show, Jon reviews Jojo Rabbit from Taika Waititi, and Will talks about the new Netflix film Dolemite Is My Name, as well as The Current War: Director's Cut, which stars Benedict Cumberbatch and was originally supposed to release in 2017. And at the beginning of the show, Jon and Will read your answers to our question of the week: what makes someone a film critic?

This week’s theme music is “A Butterfly's Wings,” which was composed by Michael Giacchino and can be found on the original soundtrack for Jojo Rabbit.

Question of the Week: What is your favorite "legacy sequel," or "reboot sequel," for a franchise that has been long dormant? And which franchise would you love to see get a legacy sequel sometime in the future?

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Intro and announcements
00:05:28 – What makes someone a film critic?
00:19:35 – Bojack Horseman Season 6 premiere
00:22:35 – Will catches up on Lucy in the Sky
00:34:29 – The Lighthouse
01:01:57 – Jojo Rabbit
01:21:08 – Dolemite is My Name
01:38:08 – The Current War

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Maleficent: Mistress of Evil, Zombieland: Double Tap, El Camino, Parasite Oct 23, 2019

We've let the movies pile up over the last few weeks, which means it's time for a CINEMAHOLICS REVIEW-ATHON! We start off with the big Disney wide release, Maleficent: Mistress of Evil, then dive into Zombieland: Double Tap and catch up on El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie. From there, we get into some mini reviews that range from stellar indies to major new shows hitting streaming. This is a packed episode, so be sure to check out the show notes below to see everything we covered.

This week’s theme music is “Mistress of Evil,” which was composed by Geoff Zanelli and can be found on the original soundtrack for Maleficent: Mistress of Evil.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Off-Topics: Question of the Week, Jon talks about Abominable
00:10:54 – Maleficent: Mistress of Evil
00:32:46 – Zombieland: Double Tap
00:48:58 – El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie
01:06:39 – Parasite
01:14:50 – The Addams Family
01:23:56 – Pain and Glory
01:34:17 – Little Monsters
01:40:30 – Watchmen Season 1 Pilot
01:51:36 – The Laundromat
02:02:47 – Living with Yourself
02:12:30 – Wounds

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Gemini Man, Mister America, In the Tall Grass Oct 14, 2019

This week, we're seeing double. Jon and Will review Gemini Man, a new action-thriller-spy-clone film starring Will Smith from acclaimed writer and director Ang Lee. Known for its off-kilter shooting style and aggressively high frame rate, Gemini Man has critics and audiences torn, but where do the Cinemaholics stand? Also in the show, Will shares his thoughts on two other new films: Mister America and In the Tall Grass. And Jon briefly discusses his experience playing Borderlands 3 for Playstation 4.

This week’s theme music is “Gemini Man,” which was composed by Lorne Balfe and can be found on the original soundtrack for Gemini Man.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Intro and Off-Topics
00:11:50 – Review: Mister America
00:24:30 – Review: In the Tall Grass
00:33:55 – Review: Gemini Man

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Joker Oct 06, 2019

A couple jokers reviewing Joker? What could go right? Jon and Will discuss the controversial new film starring Joaquin Phoenix from director Todd Phillips of The Hangover series and other 2000s comedies your dad probably loves. They also dive into some discussion around In the Shadow of the Moon, The Kill Team, The Politician, and more. But the real killing joke is that theme music, which is "Smile" by Jimmy Durante.

Show Notes:

00:03:50 – Some early reactions to Lucy in the Sky and Dolemite is My Name
00:10:22 – Will reviews In the Shadow of the Moon and catches up on One Cut of the Dead
00:17:38 – Jon reviews The Kill Team and The Politician
00:34:35 – Review: Joker

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On the Waterfront (1954) and Rear Window (1954) Oct 02, 2019

We like to think of ourselves as contenders, so for August and September, Sam and Will are doing a double review of On the Waterfront from director Elia Kazan and Rear Window from Alfred Hitchcock. Both films came out in 1954 and are thus celebrating 65 glorious years at the cinema.

Theme Music: “Rear Window Main Title” by Franz Waxman on the Rear Window Motion Picture Soundtrack.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Introductions
00:04:18 – Other movies we considered for August
00:09:33 – On the Waterfront
00:55:49 – Other movies we considered for September
00:58:00 – Rear Window

Help us decide what to discuss for the month of October by emailing cinemaholicspodcast@gmail.com or commenting on cinemaholics.com:

Mr. Smith Goes to Washington (1939)
The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (1974)
The Terminator (1984)
Once Upon A Time in America (1984)
Ed Wood (1994)
Pulp Fiction (1994)

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Judy, Abominable Sep 30, 2019

Special guest Sam Noland returns for a packed episode filled with movie news and reviews you can only find at Cinemaholics, or perhaps somewhere over the rainbow. That's right, after some movie news chat about The Irishman and Spider-Man returning to the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Sam and Will review Judy, a new biopic about the legendary actress and singer, Judy Garland, starring Renée Zellweger. Also, Will briefly shares his thoughts on Abominable, the latest animated film from DreamWorks.

This week’s theme music is “Over the Rainbow” performed by Renée Zellweger on the original soundtrack.

Show Notes:

00:05:13 – Early reactions to The Irishman
00:11:37 – Spider-Man is back in the MCU
00:25:45 – Review: Abominable
00:33:38 – Review: Judy

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The Fanatic Sep 27, 2019

On this special bonus episode of the show, Will Ashton and Cory Woodroof dive into the insanity of The Fanatic, a new film starring John Travolta directed and co-written by Fred Durst. Enjoy?

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Ad Astra, Rambo: Last Blood, Downtown Abbey, Tigers Are Not Afraid, One Cut of the Dead, In Fabric Sep 23, 2019

Special guest Sam Noland joins us for a galaxy-sized episode of the show this week with more reviews than stars in the sky (or so it might feel). We covered the wide releases of the week, including Ad Astra of course as our featured review toward the end of the show, but we also tackled some indie films that range from offbeat to horror to a mix of both with bonus reviews that also include Between Two Ferns: The Movie and The VelociPastor.

This week’s theme music is “To the Stars” by Max Richter from the Ad Astra original soundtrack.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Review: The VelociPastor
00:10:43 – Review: Rambo: Last Blood
00:40:14 – Review: Downton Abbey
00:47:56 – Review: Tigers are not Afraid
00:59:15 – Review: One Cut of the Dead
01:08:20 – Review: Between Two Ferns: The Movie
01:16:28 – Review: In Fabric
01:30:08 – Review: Ad Astra

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Hustlers Sep 17, 2019

This week's show is entirely devoted to reviewing Hustlers, the new stripper-crime-craper starring Jennifer Lopez, Constance Wu, and many others you'll love to recognize. Our theme music this week is “Criminal” by Fiona Apple.

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It Chapter Two Sep 09, 2019

Do Jon and Will float by on charm, too? Or...TWO?! This week on Cinemaholics, Jon and Will discuss It Chapter Two, the followup to the wildly successful 2017 horror film/Stephen King adaptation. They also talk about Where'd You Go Bernadette, Luce, The Nightingale, Dave Chapelle: Sticks & Stones, American Factory, and Brittany Runs a Marathon.

This week’s theme music is “27 Years Later” by Benjamin Wallfisch from the It Chapter Two original soundtrack. Our review bumper is “Dirty Little Secret” from the same album.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Listener email
00:08:27 – Where'd You Go, Bernadette?
00:15:30 – Will finally saw Luce
00:20:23 – Will finally saw The Nightingale
00:25:07 – Dave Chapelle: Sticks & Stones
00:34:04 – American Factory
00:41:30 – Brittany Runs a Marathon
00:57:25 – It Chapter Two

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Fall Movie Preview 2019 Sep 04, 2019

After recapping the summer movie season and discussing 2019's best films thus far, Jon and Will dive into a full preview of what's coming out this fall, including their most anticipated films, a few dark horses, and even some flicks they've already seen ahead of time.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Summer box office recap
00:09:56 – The highest rated movies of 2019 so far
00:16:16 – Our most popular episodes of Cinemaholics this past summer
00:22:27 – Fall movie preview 2019

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Ready or Not Aug 25, 2019

This week's episode of Cinemaholics isn't a game. We're reviewing Ready or Not, a new horror thriller/comedy starring Samara Weaving, plus we're diving into some of the biggest announcements coming out of Disney's D23 Expo, which includes updates about Marvel, Star Wars, Pixar, and of course, Disney+. We also tackle a few mini reviews, which include The Souvenir, Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark, Mindhunter Season 2, GLOW Season 3, and Cobra Kai Season 2. Then we have a heated discussion about Universal's decision to cancel the release of The Hunt.

This week’s theme music is “Ready or Nocturne for Solo Violin” by Brian Tyler from the Ready or Not original soundtrack. Our review bumper is "The Hide and Seek Song" from Headquarters Music.

Show Notes:

00:03:50 – Is Spider-Man really leaving the MCU?
00:14:25 – Disney's D23 Expo
00:30:06 – The Souvenir, Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark
00:39:49 – Mindhunter Season 2, GLOW Season 3, Cobra Kai Season 2
00:51:00 – Why did Universal cancel The Hunt?
01:05:55 – Review: Ready or Not

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Good Boys, Luce, Peanut Butter Falcon, Blinded by the Light, Sextuplets Aug 23, 2019

A TON of movies have come out in the last few weeks, so with Jon and Will back from vacation, they take on a supersized episode of reviews that include Dora and The Lost City of Gold, The Angry Birds Movie 2, and plenty more, including our featured review of Good Boys, Luce, Peanut Butter Falcon, Blinded by the Light, and Sextuplets.

This week’s theme music is a mashup of "Nobody Speaks" by DJ Shadow that is produced by Ratur.

Show Notes:

00:04:53 – Off-Topics: Catching up on all the August releases
00:54:36 – Review: Good Boys
01:18:05 – Review: Luce
01:27:19 – Review: Peanut Butter Falcon
01:35:00 – Review: Blinded by the Light
01:47:03 – Review: Sextuplets

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Easy Rider (1969) and Do the Right Thing (1989) Aug 15, 2019

It might be several weeks late, but July’s EXTRA MILESTONE is here! With Jon away on vacation, Will Ashton and Sam Noland decided to tackle not one, but two notable classics celebrating anniversaries. First up is Dennis Hopper’s Easy Rider, the counterculture classic celebrating its 50th anniversary, followed by Spike Lee’s Do the Right Thing, the eternally relevant commentary on racial tensions celebrating its 30th anniversary.

Theme Music: “The Pusher” by Steppenwolf on the Easy Rider Motion Picture Soundtrack.

Show Notes:

00:00 - Introductions/why the episode is late
05:34 - What didn’t win this month
13:08 - Easy Rider
56:28 - Easy Rider (Spoilers)
01:12:42 - Do the Right Thing
01:49:18 - Do the Right Thing (Spoilers)
2:00:32 - What we’re considering for August/Conclusions

Help us decide what to discuss for the month of August:

The Wizard of Oz (1939)
Rear Window (1954)
On the Waterfront (1954)
North by Northwest (1959)
Mary Poppins (1964)
A Hard Day’s Night (1964)
Life of Brian (1979)
Apocalypse Now (1979)
Natural Born Killers (1994)
The Iron Giant (1999)
The Sixth Sense (1999)

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The Kitchen Aug 12, 2019

If you can't handle the heat, stay out of Julia and Kimber's podcast about The Kitchen, a new female-led gangster movie starring Tiffany Haddish, Elisabeth Moss, and Melissa McCarthy. That's right, Julia Teti and Kimber Myers are guest hosting this episode of the show, which dives deep into the directorial debut of film writer Andrea Berloff (Straight Outta Compton).

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Hobbs & Shaw Aug 06, 2019

Special guest Preeti Chhibber from the Strong Female Characters podcast joins the show this week to talk about Fast & Furious: Hobbs & Shaw, a spinoff of the "Fast/Furious" franchise starring Dwayne the Rock Johnson, Jason Statham, Vanessa Kirby, and Idris Elba.

This week’s theme music is “Hobbs & Shaw Rocks!” by Tyler Bates from the soundtrackfor Hobbs & Shaw.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Off-Topics and getting to know our guest!
00:09:13 – Review: Hobbs & Shaw

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Once Upon a Time In Hollywood Jul 29, 2019

Get ready to cruise down the sunset strip to WSJ radio (Will/Sam/Jon), because we're reviewing Once Upon a Time...In Hollywood, the latest film from director/writer Quentin Tarantino, which stars Leonardo DiCaprio, Brad Pitt, Margot Robbie, and a huge cast of surprise faces you'll probably recognize. This is one of our most divisive conversations of the year, so you don't want to miss it, ya dig?

This week’s theme music is “Hector" by The Village Callers from the soundtrack of Once Upon a Time...In Hollywood. Our review bumper is "Bring a Little Lovin'" by Los Bravos on the same soundtrack.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Off-Topics: Will finally saw Wild Rose and Jon briefly reminds people to go see Mike Wallace is Here
00:08:05 – Review: Once Upon a Time...In Hollywood
01:01:03 – Spoiler Review: Once Upon a Time...In Hollywood

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Wild Rose Jul 25, 2019

Julia Teti and Sam Noland join Jon Negroni for an Indie Panel discussion of Wild Rose, a new drama about a country music singer (Jessie Buckley) who lives in Scotland but dreams of somehow going to Nashville to realize her dreams, despite all the obstacles standing in her way.

Our theme music for this episode is "Euston Hustle" by The Bluegrass Smugglers on the official soundtrack for Wild Rose. The song "Glasgow (No Place Like Home)" from the same album can also be heard during the review.

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The Lion King, Marvel's Phase 4, and that Cats Trailer Jul 22, 2019

Before we indulge in Disney's recycle of life by reviewing The Lion King, the newest "reimgainging" of one of their animated classics, the Cinemaholics catch up on the latest details coming out of Comic Con, specifically the big announcements surrounding Marvel's next timeline of films and streaming releases. Plus, we get into a fur-raising discussion about Cats, Tom Hooper's live-action/CGI adaptation of the legendary broadway musical, and how the trailer possibly broke the internet. There are a lot of cats in this episode, basically.

This week’s theme music is "Remember" by Hans Zimmer on The Lion King Original Motion Picture Soundtrack (2019). Our review bumper is "Stampede" from that same album.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Off-Topics: Emails and that David Crosby interview
00:10:51 – Off-Topics: Jon talks about Little Woods
00:12:54 – Marvel's "Phase 4" lineup of movies
00:35:50 – That Cats trailer and some of your comments
01:05:35 – Review: The Lion King

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Crawl, Stuber, The Art of Self-Defense Jul 14, 2019

We have a triple feature this week, as we dive into the new hurricane horror predator flick Crawl from director Alexandre Aja, the new R-rated buddy action comedy Stuber starring Kumail Nanjiani and Dave Bautista, and the dark indie comedy The Art of Self-Defense starring Jesse Eisenberg.

This week’s theme music is from the trailer for Crawl.

Show Notes:

00:04:00 – Off-Topics: Jon talks about Aziz Ansari: Right Now
00:11:47 – Off-Topics: Which movies stand a chance at the 2020 Oscars?
00:22:47 – Review: Crawl
00:37:30 – Review: Stuber
00:53:48 – Review: The Art of Self-Defense

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Midsommar Jul 12, 2019

Jon, Will, and Julia escape the daylight and discuss Midsommar, the latest horror film from director/writer Ari Aster and A24. Yes, we're doing another bonus review on an A24 movie. We start with a spoiler-free overview of our thoughts, then we dive into spoiler-filled deep dive of the film. Midsommar stars Florence Pugh, Jack Reynor, William Jackson Harper, Will Poulter, and Vilhelm Blomgren.

Theme music: “Gassed” by Bobby Krlic from the Midsommarsoundtrack.

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Spider-Man: Far From Home Jul 08, 2019

Special guest and fellow webhead Matt Serafini joins us for a full review of Spider-Man: Far From Home, the newest Marvel film featuring Tom Holland as everyone's favorite neighborhood superhero. We also catch up on some other films and shows we've been watching, including Stranger Things Season 3, Anima, and Annabelle Comes Home.

This week’s theme music is “Far From Home Suite Home” by Michael Giacchino. Our review bumper is "And Now This..." by Michael Giacchino.

Show Notes:

00:01:46 – Will talks briefly about Annabelle Comes Home, as well as Yesterday along with Matt
00:11:11 – Jon talks about Stranger Things Season 3, and Will talks about Anima
00:23:57 – Spider-Man: Far From Home review (spoiler-free)
00:48:56 – Spoiler discussion for Spider-Man: Far From Home

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Alien (1979) Jul 03, 2019

Jon, Will, Sam, and Julia talk about Ridley Scott's Alien, which celebrates its 40th anniversary this month! The Cinemaholics crew debates the film's most iconic moments, whether or not it's a masterpiece, and more.

Theme Music: “Main Title” by Jerry Goldsmith on the Alien Motion Picture Soundtrack.

Help us decide what we should discuss for July, 2019! Our options are:

Easy Rider (1969)
Double Indemnity (1944)
Do the Right Thing (1989)
On the Waterfront (1954)
The Iron Giant (1999)
Anatomy of a Murder (1959)
Eyes Wide Shut (1999)
A Hard Day's Night (1964)
Midnight Cowboy (1969)
When Harry Met Sally (1989)
Chungking Express (1994)
The Rules of the Game (1939)
Death Wish (1974)
Forrest Gump (1994)
The Blair Witch Project (1999)

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Yesterday Jun 30, 2019

Do we believe in Yesterday? Special guest Kimber Myers joins the show to discuss the latest film from director Danny Boyle and screenwriter Richard Curtis, which explores a world where the Beatles never existed, and the one person who remembers them tries to pass their legendary music off as his own. We also discuss Midsommar and Wild Rose, then dive into some feedback from last week's show.

This week’s theme music is “The World Is Universal (Universal Fanfare)” by Daniel Pemberton. Our review bumper is “Yesterday (From The Film 'Yesterday')" by Himesh Patel.

Show Notes:

00:02:45 – Kimber talks about Midsommar and Wild Rose
00:12:55 – Is physical media better than streaming?
00:25:00 – Why are animated films underperforming at the box office?
00:31:16 – Yesterday review (spoiler-free)
00:50:51 – Spoiler discussion for Yesterday

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Gary Dauberman, Director of Annabelle Comes Home (Interview) Jun 24, 2019

If you’re a fan of the Annabelle and Conjuring movies, then we have a special treat for you this week. Jon recently spoke with Gary Dauberman, writer and director of the new horror film Anabelle Comes Home, which hits theaters later this week. Gary was also the screenwriter for the first Annabelle in 2014, along with Annabelle Creation and The Nun. He co-wrote It from 2017 and is the executive producer and co-writer for Swamp Thing, a new DC Comics series on streaming.

Gary talks about his new film, what went into making it, and even some real-life horror stories that have impacted him as a screenwriter and now director.

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Toy Story 4 Jun 23, 2019

Special guest Charlie Ridgely (ComicBook.com) joins us for some playtime with Woody and the gang in Toy Story 4, the latest Toy Story film from Pixar. We discuss our thoughts and feelings on the overall series, plus we kick off the episode with some discussion about our favorite films of the year so far.

This week’s theme music is "You've Got a Friend In Me (Score) [Instrumental]" by Tom Scott. Our review bumper is "The Ballad of the Lonesome Cowboy (From 'Toy Story 4')" by Chris Stapleton.

Show Notes:

00:11:30 – Our favorite movies of 2019 (so far)
00:31:10 – Toy Story 4

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Men in Black: International, The Dead Don't Die, Changeland Jun 17, 2019

Suit up. Jon and Will are back in black to discuss Men in Black: International, the fourth film in thefranchise, now starring Chris Hemsworth and Tessa Thompson as the memory-wiping, alien-saving agents. They also discuss the lackluster summer box office in 2019 and how this may affect theatrical releases in the future. And you'll hear reviews for Jim Jarmusch's "dry zombie comedy" The Dead Don't Die and Seth Green's directorial debut Changeland.

This week’s theme music is an instrumental version of “Men in Black" by Will Smith.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Off Topics: Catching up on the abysmal summer box office of 2019
00:37:41 – Men in Black: International
01:06:27 – The Dead Don't Die
01:19:58 – Changeland

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Dark Phoenix, Late Night, The Secret Life of Pets 2, The Souvenir Jun 10, 2019

Have you tried...not being a Cinemaholic? The "X-Men" franchise is on its last wings these days, so Jon and Will are here to discuss Dark Phoenix, Fox's last breath of fire before Disney bought the rights to these characters. We also discuss the new comedy Late Night starring Mindy Kaling and Emma Thompson, The Secret Life of Pets 2 from Illumination, and Joanna Hogg's latest film The Souvenir from A24.

This week's theme music is "X-Men Cartoon Theme for Orchestra" by George Shaw. You can find more episodes of Cinemaholics on Atom Tickets, as well as our full archive on cinemaholics.com. Email us anytime at cinemaholicspodcast@gmail.com.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Will catches up on Godzilla: King of the Monsters, Ma, and Loqueesha; Jon talks about Chernobyl, When They See Us, and Then Came You
00:34:20 – Dark Phoenix
01:06:15 – Late Night
01:23:19 – The Secret Life of Pets 2
01:45:42 – The Souvenir

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Rocketman, Godzilla: King of the Monsters, Ma, The Last Black Man in San Francisco, Always Be My Maybe Jun 02, 2019

We're not the podcast you thought we were before. This week, Sam Noland joins Jon Negroni for a packed episode, covering all the wide releases of the week, plus some extra limited/streaming releases. Our theme music this week is "Amoreena," performed by Taron Egerton on the Rocketman soundtrack.

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Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Introduction & Off-Topics
00:20:36 – Rocketman
00:42:48 – Godzilla: King of the Monsters
01:15:40 – Ma
01:31:10 – The Last Black Man in San Francisco
01:49:54 – Always Be My Maybe

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The 400 Blows (1959) May 31, 2019

Jon, Will, and Sam talk about François Truffaut's The 400 Blows, which began the French New Wave of Cinema in the late 1950s. We discuss the significance of the film and why it's essential viewing for cinemaholics, plus we debate the meaning behind the film's controversial ending.

Theme Music: "The 400 Blows (Main Theme & Police Car)" by Jean Constantin.

Help us decide what we should discuss for June, 2019! Our options are Chinatown (1974), Batman (1989), Once Upon a Time in America (1984), and Alien (1979). Let us know which Extra Milestone you want us to settle on by emailing cinemaholicspodcast@gmail.com or by joining the discussion on cinemaholics.com.

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Introducing Inside Star Wars May 29, 2019

Heroes, villains, action...all set in a galaxy far, far away. Join Inside Star Wars and go behind the camera and find out how one of the most iconic series in film history came to be! Listen now at http://wondery.fm/ISWED.

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Aladdin, The Perfection, Brightburn May 28, 2019

Do you trust us? Great! We're sweeping you off your feet as we review a whole new Disney live-action remake, this time covering everyone's favorite street rat, Aladdin, in Aladdin. We also discuss The Perfection, a new Netflix film you have to hear to believe, and Brightburn, a super-hero-horror flick that will probably make you want to fly...away.

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Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Introduction & Off-Topics
00:10:30 – Aladdin
00:38:02 – The Perfection
00:49:59 – Brightburn

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Game of Thrones Series Finale May 23, 2019

Fellow Game of Thrones fanatics Kimber Myers and Julia Teti join us for a full-length discussion of the hit HBO series and its 8-season finale. We discuss what we liked and disliked, what surprised us, and how the legacy of Game of Thrones may continue to shape pop culture for winters to come.

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John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum May 19, 2019

We're ready to get in on the action of John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum, the third installment of the ongoing Keanu Reeves hitman franchise from director Chad Stahelski and screenwriter Derek Kolstad. We kick off the show with Off-Topics and briefly catch up on some of the new films we saw this week and last week but don't have time to fully review. This week's theme music is "Parabellum" by Tyler Bates from the John Wick: Chapter 3 soundtrack.

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00:00:00 – Introduction & Off-Topics
00:20:44 – John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum

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Under the Silver Lake May 17, 2019

Special guest Cory Woodroof joins Will for a long conversation about Under the Silver Lake, the latest film from writer/director David Robert Mitchell (It Follows), which stars Andrew Garfield and Riley Keough. Despite a lot of buzz surrounding this neo-noir thriller after premiering last year at Cannes Film Festival, A24 has only recently unleashed the mystery upon us hopeful cinemaholics. Is that for good reason? Dive in and find out!

Theme music: "A Junction" by Disasterpeace from the Under the Silver Lake soundtrack.

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Pokémon Detective Pikachu May 12, 2019

We just have one movie following us around as we battle it out over Pokémon Detective Pikachu, a new live-action movie based on the video game, as well as the larger world of pocket monsters with so many games and merchandise, we couldn't possibly hope to catch 'em all.

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00:00:00 – Introduction & Off-Topics
00:09:27 – Detective Pikachu

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Long Shot, Booksmart, Extremely Wicked Shockingly Evil and Vile, Tuca & Bertie, Knock Down the House May 06, 2019

Special guest Abby Olcese joins us as we cast our ballots for Long Shot, a brand new political romantic comedy starring Charlize Theron and Seth Rogen. But that’s not all! School is out but the party is just getting started. We’re doing an early review for the upcoming bad teen comedy Booksmart, the first film directed by Olivia Wilde. And later in the show, we discuss three new releases on Netflix: Extremely Wicked Shockingly Evil and Vile, Tuca & Bertie, and Knock Down the House.

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Show Notes:

00:17:24 – Long Shot
00:33:25 – Booksmart
00:49:42 – Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil, and Vile
00:58:40 – Tuca & Bertie
01:04:53 – Knock Down the House

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Seven Samurai (1954) May 02, 2019

This month on Extra Milestone, we're celebrating the 65th anniversary of Akira Kurosawa's legendary action epic, Seven Samurai, which was released on April 26, 1954. As always, we dive into the historical context and legacy for the film, why it's so fondly remembered, and what we think of it all these years later.

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Avengers: Endgame Apr 29, 2019

We’re assembling some surprise guests to review Avengers: Endgame, starting with a spoiler-free discussion of the blockbuster event that’s already breaking box office records. Afterward, all of our spoiler hesitations disappear with a snap, and we have special guests Alisha Grauso and Matt Donato on deck to help us process basically everything this saga by Marvel has been building up to for over a decade.

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Show Notes:

00:08:33 – Avengers: Endgame (Spoiler-Free!)
00:38:55 – Spoiler discussion for Avengers: Endgame

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Ranking the Marvel Cinematic Universe From Iron Man to Avengers: Endgame Apr 25, 2019

Jon and Sam assemble this week to debate and dissect the entire MCU filmography, ranking their favorite films from best to worst. But with a twist! To create a definitive ranking, your friendly, neighborhood Cinemaholics had to compromise and collaborate on just ONE list covering all 22 films between 2018 and 2019, which includes Avengers: Endgame. It's a contentious enough discussion to spark a Cinemaholics Civil War, and the possibilities are likely infinite. So sit back, relax, and politely complain about our list by sending us one of your own!

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Summer Movie Preview 2019 Apr 22, 2019

Special guests Sam Noland and Julia Teti join us for a Summer Movie Preview that includes the entire writing staff at Cinemaholics for the first time! We talk about all the biggest sparks, spooks, and bops we're looking forward to the most this summer. Plus we each pick a few "dark horse" films we think might be better than they look, then cover all of our honorable mentions for the upcoming blockbuster season.

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00:21:16 – Our most anticipated summer films
01:05:31 – Our “Dark Horse” picks
01:17:52 – Honorable mentions
01:32:02 – Summer movies we didn’t mention

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Hellboy, Missing Link, High Life, Guava Island, Little, The Death of Dick Long, The Man Who Killed Don Quixote, Breakthrough Apr 14, 2019

We’re traveling to hell and back this week with our review of Hellboy, a new R-rated adaptation of the monster-fighting comic book anti-hero, now starring David Harbour. We also catch up on the latest stop-motion animation family film from LAIKA, Missing Link and cover plenty of other releases worth talking about, including High Life, Guava Island, Little, The Death of Dick Long, The Man Who Killed Don Quixote, and Breakthrough.

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00:10:44 – Hellboy
00:35:57 – Missing Link
00:42:36 – High Life
00:52:53 – Guava Island
01:01:22 – Little
01:05:47 – The Death of Dick Long
01:13:07 – The Man Who Killed Don Quixote
01:20:46 – Breakthrough

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Shazam, Pet Sematary, The Best of Enemies, Unicorn Store, Shrill, The Inventor: Out for Blood in Silicon Valley Apr 08, 2019

Special guest Ryan Oliver (The Playlist) joins us for a supersized review of Shazam, the latest superhero film from DC and Warner Bros. We also bury our feelings to discuss Pet Sematary, a new horror remake of the 80s Stephen King adaptation. Later in the show, we’re covering a wide variety of other releases, including The Best of Enemies, Shrill Season 1, The Inventor: Out for Blood in Silicon Valley, and Unicorn Store.

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00:14:27 – Shazam!
00:47:47 – Pet Sematary
01:17:27 – The Best of Enemies
01:30:05 – Unicorn Store
01:48:01 – Shrill Season 1
02:00:31 – The Inventor: Out for Blood in Silicon Valley

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Dumbo, The Beach Bum Apr 02, 2019

The inmates are running the asylum this week as Jon is absent for mysterious reasons and Will takes over the show to ramble about Danny DeVito, Sad Clowns, and his enemy list with special guest Cory Woodroof! Later in the show, Will is high on his own supply — i.e. the sound of his own voice — as he spews more nonsense about Harmony Korine in a prolonged, in-depth conversation about The Beach Bum, starring a far-out Matthew McConaughey. All this and more as fans begin to get worried about Jon's sudden disappearance. You can find more episodes of Cinemaholics on Atom Tickets, as well as our full archive on cinemaholics.com. Email us anytime at cinemaholicspodcast@gmail.com. Show Notes:

00:19:00 – Dumbo
01:06:05 – The Beach Bum

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Some Like it Hot (1959) Mar 29, 2019

This month for our Extra Milestone series, we're discussing the classic Billy Wilder comedy Some Like It Hot, celebrating 60 years since its release on March 29,1959. Joining us is Sam Noland, our Movie of the Week columnist on cinemaholics.com. In this discussion, we cover the background and legacy of the film, which stars Marilyn Monroe, Jack Lemmon, and Tony Curtis. Afterward, we dive into the plot of the film with clips and our own double entendres. Enjoy!

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Us Mar 24, 2019

This week, we’re dedicating the majority of the show to reviewing the new horror film Us, the second feature by director Jordan Peele after his 2017 debut Get Out. We’ll be discussing the film entirely spoiler-free for the first half of this review, then after a fairly obvious spoiler warning, we’ll be digging deep into the secrets, meanings, and interpretations we had after our first watch. Plus, we kick off the episode with a brief review of Yardie, the first feature film directed by Idris Elba.

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Show Notes:

00:09:54 – Yardie
00:15:52 – Us (Spoiler-Free)
00:41:14 – Us (Spoilers)

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Triple Frontier, Five Feet Apart, Captive State, The Mustang, After Life Mar 17, 2019

Special guest Sam Noland joins us for a triple review of Triple Frontier, a new "soldier-heist" film debuting on Netflix and starring Ben Affleck and Oscar Isaac. We’re also getting emotional over the new teen romance dramedy Five Feet Apart starring Haley Lu Richardson and Cole Sprouse. Stick around for even more reviews, including the new sci-fi release Captive State, After Life from Ricky Gervais, and The Mustang, now in limited release.

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Show Notes:

00:08:17 – Triple Frontier
00:40:50 – Five Feet Apart
01:03:46 – Captive State
01:24:05 – The Mustang
01:30:00 – After Life

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Captain Marvel, Leaving Neverland, Miracle Workers, The Aftermath, The Kid Mar 10, 2019

We’re flying higher, further, and faster in our review of Captain Marvel, the new Marvel superhero film starring Brie Larson, and joining us is special guest Kimber Myers of the LA Times. We also discuss Leaving Neverland, a new HBO documentary from Sundance about the sexual abuse allegations of Michael Jackson, as well as some other new releases like The Aftermath, The Kid, and one new TV series on TBS starring Steve Buscemi, Daniel Radcliffe and many others in Miracle Workers.

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Show Notes:

00:04:56 – Captain Marvel
00:49:57 – Leaving Neverland
00:58:16 – Miracle Workers
01:05:27 – The Aftermath
01:12:27 – The Kid

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Greta, Apollo 11, Climax, The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind Mar 04, 2019

Special guest Cory Woodroof joins us for a quick Oscars 2019 recap, plus we dig into the recent controversy surrounding Steven Spielberg and Netflix. Our main review is Greta, a new thriller from director and co-writer Neil Jordan starring Chloë Grace Moretz, Isabelle Huppert, and Maika Monroe. We also discuss the new IMAX documentary Apollo 11, which just hit limited release along with Gaspar Noé's dance horror Climax. Last up is The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind on Netflix, Chiwetel Ejiofor's directorial debut, which he also stars in alongside Maxwell Simba.

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Show Notes:

00:04:58 – Oscars 2019 Recap
00:20:00 – Spielberg vs. Netflix
00:36:21 – Greta
00:56:59 – Apollo 11
01:09:12 – Climax
01:16:06 – The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind

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It Happened One Night (1934) Feb 28, 2019

For our debut episode of a bonus series we're calling Extra Milestone, Sam Noland joins us as we celebrate the 85th anniversary of Frank Capra's It Happened One Night, which was released on February 22, 1934 and stars Clark Gable and Claudette Colbert. Largely hailed as the first screwball comedy and an early precursor to the modern rom-com, this is one film you'll definitely want to cross off your cinematic bucket list, or perhaps revisit.

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How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World, Fighting with My Family, Paddleton Feb 24, 2019

Special guest Sam Noland joins us for a high-flying review of DreamWorks Animation’s third How to Train Your Dragon film, The Hidden World. We’re also discussing the new family sports comedy-drama Fighting with My Family from writer and director Stephen Merchant, starring Florence Pugh. Later in the show we dig into some of the Oscar-nominated short films and review Paddleton, a new Netflix indie dramedy starring Mark Duplass and Ray Romano.

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Show Notes:

00:13:26 – How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World
00:39:02 – Fighting with My Family
00:48:35 – Oscar Short Films
01:13:03 – Paddleton

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Alita: Battle Angel, Happy Death Day 2U, Isn't It Romantic Feb 17, 2019

We’re celebrating Valentine’s Day weekend with some new films featuring powerful female leads. Special guest Val Complex joins us to review Alita: Battle Angel, a new sc-fi blockbuster from Robert Rodriguez and James Cameron starring Rosa Salazar. We also discuss Happy Death Day 2U, the sequel to the horror slasher comedy from 2017 starring Jessica Rothe. And Isn't It Romantic, a romantic comedy parody movie starring Rebel Wilson, plus a whole lot more.

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Show Notes:

00:03:24 – Alita: Battle Angel
00:32:48 – Happy Death Day 2U
00:54:32 – Isn’t It Romantic
01:01:00 – Russian Doll
01:09:52 – Horror Noire
01:16:37 – Lords of Chaos

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The Lego Movie 2, What Men Want, Cold Pursuit, High Flying Bird Feb 10, 2019

Don't forget to put your toys away. We’re reviewing The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part, the long-awaited sequel to the surprise animated hit of 2014. We’re also covering some big new releases, including What Men Want, starring Taraji P. Henson. Plus, we discuss Cold Pursuit, a black comedy revenge thriller starring Liam Neeson, then High Flying Bird, which is a new sports drama from director Steven Soderbergh.

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Show Notes:

00:07:08 – The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part
00:29:25 – What Men Want
00:35:57 – Cold Pursuit
00:55:24 – High Flying Bird
01:05:05 – Piercing
01:11:12 – Of Fathers and Sons, Stan & Ollie
01:19:13 – Next Week on Cinemaholics

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Velvet Buzzsaw, Sundance 2019 Feb 07, 2019

Jake Gyllenhaal reunites with writer/director Dan Gilroy in the all-out bonkers arthouse horror satire Velvet Buzzsaw, which is our featured review this week. Later in the show we break down the 2019 Sundance Film Festival, teasing some of the most intriguing new films set to release later this year.

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Ep. 102 show notes:

00:08:00 – Velvet Buzzsaw
00:33:37 – Confessions of a Killer: The Ted Bundy Tapes
00:39:00 – Sundance 2019 Overview
00:41:31 – Honey Boy
00:47:13 – The Report
00:55:57 – Light from Light
00:59:47 – The Mustang
01:05:58 – The Brink, Mike Wallace is Here
01:11:06 – Fighting With My Family
01:15:50 – The Tomorrow Man
01:18:12 – Share
01:22:13 – Late Night
01:27:26 – Relive
01:30:49 – To the Stars
01:39:50 – Next Week on Cinemaholics

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Fyre Fraud, Oscar Nominations 2019 Jan 27, 2019

It was the greatest party that never happened. We review the dueling documentaries recently released on Netflix and Hulu covering the infamous failure that was the "Fyre festival." Plus, it’s that time of year again when we obsess over the most prestigious film awards event you’re probably not watching. We talk about the Oscar nominations for 2019 and offer our personal selections.

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Ep. 101 show notes:

00:05:55 – Fyre: The Greatest Party that Never Happened and Fyre Fraud
00:27:43 – Trigger Warning with Killer Mike
00:31:11 – Destroyer
00:35:49 – The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part (Sneak peek review)
00:37:13 – Sex Education Season 1
00:41:32 – Young Justice: Outsiders
00:47:54 – Oscar Nominations 2019

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Serenity Jan 27, 2019

We're still reeling after watching Serenity, a new bonkers neo-noir fishing boat mystery film directed by Steven Knight (Locke) and starring Matthew McConaughey, Anne Hathaway, Diane Lane, Djimon Hounsou, Jason Clarke, and Jeremy Strong. Special guest Charlie Ridgely (ComicBook.com) joins us for this extended Last Call review, which begins with a spoiler-free section.

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Glass Jan 20, 2019

Special guest Chris Evangelista (Slashfilm) joins us this week to talk about Glass, M. Night Shyamalan’s follow-up to Split and Unbreakable starring Bruce Willis, Samuel L. Jackson, and James McAvoy. Also, it’s our 100th episode! After our featured review, we answer listener questions and discuss some of our favorite films of all time.

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Ep. 100 Show Notes:

00:03:40 – Glass
00:33:15 – Celebrating our 100th Episode
01:18:49 – Next Week on Cinemaholics

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The Kid Who Would Be King Jan 18, 2019

Special guest Cory Woodroof joins us for a bonus review of The Kid Who Would Be King from director/writer Joe Cornish (Attack the Block).

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If Beale Street Could Talk, The Upside, Black Mirror: Bandersnatch Jan 13, 2019

Hold on to your emotions. We’re catching up on one of the best films of the year, If Beale Street Could Talk, with special guest Julia Teti (The Playlist) . Later in the show, we also talk about The Upside, a new inspirational drama starring Bryan Cranston, Kevin Hart, and Nicole Kidman. Stay tuned for even more reviews, including Black Mirror: Bandersnatch on Netflix and an early peek into "True Detective" Season 3 on HBO.

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Ep. 99 Show Notes:

00:04:00 – If Beale Street Could Talk
00:19:57 – Mini Review: Happy as Lazzaro
00:25:05 – The Upside
00:38:40 – Mini Reviews: The Mule, Holmes and Watson, State Like Sleep
00:46:04 – Black Mirror: Bandersnatch
00:58:55 – Mini Reviews: "You" Season 1, Escape Room
01:06:55 – "True Detective" Season 3
01:18:56 – Next Week on Cinemaholics

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Top 10 Films of 2018 Jan 07, 2019

We’re counting down our Top 10 movies of 2018! But you won’t just hear picks from the regular cast of this show. We reached out to Cinemaholics contributors across the globe to help us figure out the definitive “Cinemaholics movie of the year.” And we’re not just talking about our favorite films in 2018. We’ll also be discussing which films won the box office, Hollywood trends we’re noticing for the upcoming year, and plenty more.

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Vice, Bird Box, On the Basis of Sex Dec 31, 2018

Finally, former Vice President and War on Terror cheerleader Dick Cheney has gotten his own comedic biographical film from The Big Short director Adam McKay in Vice. Plus, Netflix has dropped their latest holiday blockbuster, Bird Box, which stars Sandra Bullock along with a huge, talented cast of recognizable faces, but does is this survival thriller worth seeing? Later in the show, you'll hear Jon's review of Barry Jenkins’s latest film If Beale Street Could Talk, which has finally whispered its way into limited release. And we close out the show with Will Ashton’s thoughts on the new Ruth Bader Ginsburg biographical film On the Basis of Sex, starring Felicity Jones and Armie Hammer.

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Ep. 97 Show Notes:

00:05:40 – Vice
00:51:26 – Bird Box
01:14:46 – If Beale Street Could Talk
01:28:47 – On the Basis of Sex
01:37:12 – Next Week on Cinemaholics

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Welcome to Marwen Dec 30, 2018

Steve Carell stars in the latest film from legendary filmmaker Robert Zemeckis. And, well, uh oh. Critics aren't loving Welcome to Marwen, neither are audiences, and here to explain some of...whatever this movie is...we have special guest Matt Serafini joining Will Ashton for a special Last Call bonus episode! Sorry, Matt.

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Aquaman, Bumblebee, They Shall Not Grow Old, Mary Queen of Scots Dec 23, 2018

It’s a surf and turf episode! First, we’re diving into the latest DC Comics superhero flick Aquaman. Plus, Hailee Steinfeld and John Cena star in Bumblebee, the latest Transformers film. But this one’s a bit different because it’s a prequel set in the 80s and it’s all about the titular, yellow lovebug. Later in the show, you’ll hear us review several other films, including a new WWI documentary from Peter Jackson titled They Shall Not Grow Old. And we also have a better-late-than-never review of the period drama Mary Queen of Scots starring Saoirse Ronan and Margot Robbie.

Ep. 96 Show Notes:

00:06:36 – Aquaman
00:26:20 – Bumblebee
00:48:50 – They Shall Not Grow Old
01:03:06 – Mary Queen of Scots
01:14:53 – Next Week on Cinemaholics

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Mary Poppins Returns Dec 20, 2018

Time to dust off your kites. Mary Poppins has ofifcially returned, this time as Emily Blunt, along with an (almost) all-new cast taking residence at 17 Cherry Tree Lane. Special recurring guest Alisha Grauso (Forbes, BirthMoviesDeath, Marvel.com) joins the show to help us review Disney's long-awaited sequel to the film starring everyone's favorite magical nanny.

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Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, Mortal Engines Dec 16, 2018

Special guest Matt Serafini joins this show this week to review Sony's latest Spider-themed adventure. Later in the show, you’ll also hear reviews for Mortal Engines, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel Season 2, our early reactions to Aquaman, and plenty more.

Ep. 95 Show Notes:

00:02:49 – Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse
00:29:40 – Mortal Engines
00:46:21 – Aquaman
00:55:33 – The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel Season 2
01:02:26 – Once Upon a Deadpool
01:05:26 – The Party’s Just Beginning
01:13:17 – Next Week on Cinemaholics

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Mowgli, Roma, Creed II, The Favourite, Vox Lux, Anna and the Apocalypse Dec 11, 2018

A lot of films are flying at us this month, so we decided to do a marathon of reviews this week. Not only do we cover some limited releases battling it out for Golden Globes and Oscars, but we also cover some recent streaming releases and major blockbusters that have come out in the last month. So sit back, relax, and get ready to hear a whole lot of mini reviews.

Ep. 94 Show Notes:

00:05:53 – Mowgli: Legend of the Jungle
00:21:18 – Roma
00:31:58 – Creed II
00:43:22 – The Favourite
00:50:18 – Shrek Retold
00:55:20 – Vox Lux
01:05:59 – The Shivering Truth Season 1
01:12:31 – Anna and the Apocalypse
01:21:14 – Movies Coming Out Next Week!

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Winter Movie Preview 2018-2019 Dec 02, 2018

We're catching up on our most anticipated films of the winter season, starting this coming week and going all the way through February. This includes some prestige awards favorites we haven't checked out yet, but also major blockbusters and animated features that will keep us warmly entertained throughout these cold, chilly months. We also tease some of our predictions for the Oscars, as well as some holiday event movies you can check out with family.

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The Grinch Nov 29, 2018

Hey kids! It's almost December, and you know what that means! Roughly 40 minutes of Will Ashton and the It Ain't Ogre Til It's Ogre podcast crew talking about a Dr. Seuss adaptation featuring your favorite Benedict Cumberbatch-voiced Illumination-produced holiday-stealing green bad boy. That's right, Will, Chris, and Matt are talking about the recently released The Grinch, and wow do they have some thoughts to share about this animated film based on the classic Christmastime tale.

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Ralph Breaks the Internet, Green Book, Robin Hood Nov 26, 2018

The film otherwise known as Wreck-It Ralph 2 has just hit theaters like a box office smashing wrecking ball, but did Ralph break our expectations, too? We discuss and review this new Disney film along with Green Book, The Christmas Chronicles, Robin Hood, and Cam, so tune in for yet another packed episode.

Ep. 92 Show Notes:

00:04:38 – Ralph Breaks the Internet
00:26:15 – Green Book
00:37:58 – The Christmas Chronicles
00:44:00 – Robin Hood
00:55:35 – Cam
01:01:31 – Movies Coming Out Next Week!

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The Hateful Eight Nov 22, 2018

Happy Flicksgiving! Per the request of one of our patrons, we're retro reviewing The Hateful Eight, directed by Quentin Tarantino and starring Samuel L. Jackson, Kurt Russell, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Tim Roth, and Walton Goggins. The film originally came out at the tail end of 2015, so what our thoughts three years later?

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Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald, The Ballad of Buster Scruggs, Instant Family, Bodied, Can You Ever Forgive Me, Burning Nov 18, 2018

Should we Expelliarmus this new Harry Potter prequel sequel from our minds (wait, is that Obliviate?) Special guest Tyler Carlin of the Bacon and Eggs podcast joins us this week to discuss the latest misadventures of Newt Scamander in J.K. Rowling's Wizarding World of finanical decisions. We also review The Ballad of Buster Scruggs, Instant Family, Can You Ever Forgive Me?, Bodied, Burning, and more!

Ep. 91 Show Notes:

00:06:10 – Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald
00:41:46 – The Ballad of Buster Scruggs
00:53:19 – Instant Family
01:06:52 – Bodied
01:14:52 – Can You Ever Forgive Me?
01:25:34 – Tenacious D in Post-Apocalypto
01:29:46 – Burning
01:36:50 – Speed Kills
01:40:20 – Movies Coming Out Next Week!

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Overlord, The Grinch, Widows, Outlaw King, The Front Runner Nov 13, 2018

October is dead and gone, but Overlord brings some gore-infused horror back to the big screen right on time for the holidays. The Cinemaholics review this new WWII historically revisionist war movie (but with Nazi zombies) from director Julius Avery. Plus we review The Grinch, Widows, Outlaw King, and The Front Runner.

Ep. 90 Show Notes:

00:04:35 – Overlord review
00:29:15 – The Grinch review
00:40:28 – Widows review
00:55:13 – Outlaw King review
01:04:24 – The Front Runner review
01:15:00 – Movies Coming Out Next Week!

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Bohemian Rhapsody, Suspiria, The Nutcracker and the Four Realms, Wildlife, Boy Erased Nov 05, 2018

Is Bohemian Rhapsody Freddie Mercury's real life, or is it just fantasy? Well, the Cinemaholics are caught in a landslide of controversy surrounding Fox's new biopic starring Rami Malek about the iconic band's rise to fame in the 70s and 80s. Also in this show, the gang reviews Suspiria, The Nutcracker and the Four Realms, The Haunting of Hill House, Wildlife, and Boy Erased.

Ep. 89 Show Notes:

00:03:50 – Bohemian Rhapsody review
00:46:18 – Suspiria review
00:51:09 – The Nutcracker and the Four Realms review
01:04:13 – The Haunting of Hill House Season 1 review
01:10:40 – Wildlife review
01:20:52 – Boy Erased review
01:26:35 – Movies Coming Out Next Week!

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Mid90s Oct 28, 2018

Get ready for one badical review. This week, we discuss the new A24 coming of age skater film written and directed by Jonah Hill and starring Sunny Suljic, Lucas Hedges, Katherine Waterston, and a host of talented newcomers. Later in the show, we also review "The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina," Johnny English Strikes Again, "Red Dead Redemption 2," and "Kidding."

Ep. 88 Show Notes:

00:04:04 – Mid90s review
00:38:42 – "The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina" Season 1 review
00:48:19 – Johnny English Strikes Again review
00:54:46 – "Red Dead Redemption 2" review
01:01:31 – "Kidding" Season 1 review
01:08:26 – Movies Coming Out Next Week!

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Halloween, The Hate U Give, The Old Man & The Gun, Apostle, Beautiful Boy Oct 22, 2018

Is Halloween a trick...or treat? This week, we review the latest followup to the 1978 classic horror film of the same name, directed this time by David Gordon Green with Jamie Lee Curtis and Nick Castle reprising their roles as original final girl Laurie Strode and unkillable serial killer Michael Myers. We also review The Hate U Give, Apostle, and more!

Ep. 87 Show Notes

00:01:41 – Off-Topics
00:09:07 – Halloween review
00:31:38 – The Hate U Give review
00:47:03 – The Old Man & The Gun review
00:54:15 – Apostle review
01:05:43 – Beautiful Boy review
01:12:28 – The Romanoffs Season 1 review

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Bad Times at the El Royale Oct 18, 2018

Drew Goddard directed and wrote this new neo-noir thriller about one night gone horribly wrong at a hotel with some disturbing, dark secrets. Starring Jeff Bridges, Cynthia Erivo, Jon Hamm, Dakota Johnson, Chris Hemsworth, and more, this ensemble piece had all of us at Cinemaholics talking, so we decided to do a special Last Call episode to give the film it's due.

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First Man Oct 14, 2018

The review has landed, but does First Man have wings? That's what we're here to find out. Damien Chazelle's latest film promises to be his prestige hat trick at the Oscars, with starring roles for Ryan Gosling and Claire Foy that might be out of this world. Also in this week's show, we review some new Netflix movies like Hold the Dark and 22 July, plus new seasons for "Big Mouth" and "American Vandal." Next week, we'll be diving into Bad Times at the El Royale due to scheduling conflicts, so we apologize for the wait!

Ep. 86 Show Notes

00:01:12 – Off-Topics
00:03:29 – First Man review
00:27:42 – Hold the Dark review
00:33:12 – 22 July review
00:38:04 – "Big Mouth" Season 2 review
00:41:44 – "American Vandal" Season 2 review
00:45:27 – Assassin’s Creed Odyssey review
00:49:50 – Movies Coming Out Next Week!

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Is Pixar in Decline? (Feat. T.J. Wolsos of PixarPost) Oct 12, 2018

T.J. Wolsos, cofounder of PixarPost.com, joins Jon Negroni for our latest Happy Hour topic: are the best Pixar films behind us? Jon and T.J. discuss the current state of Pixar Animation Studios, from their work culture and recent scandals to the actual movies they have slated for the next decade. This is one conversation about Pixar you don't want to miss.

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Venom, A Star is Born Oct 07, 2018

Get ready to sink your teeth into our double feature review of Venom and A Star is Born, this week's double wide release. Is Venom too toxic for audiences? And should moviegoers get loud for the latest remake of A Star is Born? Also, stay tuned for our exclusive interview with Joe Morton, star of the new CBS show "God Friended Me."

Ep. 85 Show Notes

00:02:25 – Off-Topics & Announcements
00:07:08 – Venom review
00:34:57 – A Star is Born review
00:56:09 – Interview: Joe Morton, star of "God Friended Me" on CBS
01:04:11 – Movies Coming Out Next Week!

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James Gunn and the Future of Marvel (Feat. Alisha Grauso of Marvel.com) Oct 03, 2018

Welcome to our first ever Cinemaholics Happy Hour, a new bonus episode series where one of us sits down with a special guest to discuss just one topic that's on our minds. This week, Cinemaholics host Jon Negroni sits down with Alisha Grauso to discuss the controversy surrounding Guardians of the Galaxy director James Gunn and his recent firing from Disney. Jon and Alisha chat about how this will affect the Marvel franchise moving forward, what it means to forgive celebrities, and a whole lot more.

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Maniac, Smallfoot, The Hate U Give, Hell Fest, White Boy Rick, Fahrenheit 11/9, Night School Sep 30, 2018

We're breaking the "pattern" this week and we just might lose our minds reviewing Maniac, the new limited series on Netflix directed by Cary Fukunaga and starring Emma Stone and Jonah Hill. We also air our interview with Karey Kirkpatrick, the director of Smallfoot, then review the film ourselves along with Hell Fest, The Hate U Give, Night School, and plenty more.

Ep. 84 Show Notes:

00:02:10 – Off-Topics & Announcements
00:05:40 – Maniac review
00:32:04 – Interview: Karey Kirkpatrick, director of Smallfoot
00:44:43 – Smallfoot review
00:56:11 – The Hate U Give review
01:02:23 – Hell Fest review
01:06:19 – White Boy Rick review
01:09:14 – Fahrenheit 11/9 review
01:12:58 – It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia Season 13 review
01:17:43 – Night School review
01:21:16 – Movies Coming Out Next Week!

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Most Overrated and Underrated Movies Sep 28, 2018

It's finally time for our long-anticipated Q&A episode! We gathered questions from Cinemaholics listeners all across the internet and did our best to answer them. We discussed our most overrated and underrated films, debated which decade of film is better than the other, relived our final Blockbuster Video memories, and a whole lot more. It's a packed episode filled with passionate dialogue about some of our favorite and not-so-favorite films ever, featuring Sam Noland of the Anyway, That's All I Got podcast!

NOTE: Unfortunately, we had some audio issues with Jon and Maveryke's microphone during the recording of the episode. It doesn't meet our usual standards for Cinemaholics, but we hope you enjoy the conversation regardless!

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The House with a Clock in Its Walls, Mandy, Assassination Nation, Life Itself Sep 23, 2018

Did Eli Roth's first foray into children horror films tick us off? Or were we spellbound by the performances of Jack Black and Cate Blanchett? Tune in to hear our thoughts on The House with a Clock in Its Walls, a new adaptation of the popular book series from the 1970s. And stick around as we also review Mandy, Assassination Nation, Life Itself, and more.

Ep. 83 Show Notes:

00:01:27 – Off-Topics & Announcements
00:10:32 – The House with a Clock in Its Walls review
00:28:30 – Mandy review
00:36:54 – Assassination Nation review
00:56:01 – Life Itself review
01:07:50 – Bojack Horseman Season 5 review
01:14:14 – The Good Cop review
01:17:10 – Movies Coming Out Next Week!

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The Predator Movies Sep 22, 2018

With the debut of Shane Black’s The Predator, we here at ATAIG decided to do what we normally do and take a look back at the entire Predator series leading up to this point. We revisit the original classic, the lesser-known sequel, the notorious crossover, the even MORE notorious crossover, the other lesser-known sequel, and the latest controversial installment in theaters now. There are plenty of agreements and disagreements along the way (some more surprising than others), and we hope you like hearing what we have to say. Enjoy!

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Question For You: Which Predator movie is your favorite? Also, where could you see the franchise going from here? Finally, should we supplement this episode with an Alien-centered episode sometime in the near future?

SHOW NOTES:

1:49 - Introduction to the Predator series
3:29 - Predator
29:38 - Predator 2
43:44 - AVP: Alien Vs. Predator
55:06 - Aliens vs Predator: Requiem
1:00:45 - Predators
1:08:56 - The Predator
1:30:50 - Responding to Comments
1:48:28 - Conclusion

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The Predator, A Simple Favor, The Nun, Peppermint Sep 16, 2018

If it bleeds, we can review it! This week, we're discussing The Predator, the sixth film featuring the iconic alien hunter introduced in 1987's Predator, this time directed by Shane Black. We also discuss some big announcements for the podcast moving forward, plus we mini review A Simple Favor, White Boy Rick, The Nun, and more.

Ep. 82 Show Notes:

00:03:41 – Off-Topics
00:9:00 – The Predator review
00:34:04 – Mini Reviews: A Simple Favor, Bojack Horseman Season 5, White Boy Rick, The Nun, Peppermint, Marvel's Spider-Man for PS4, Iron Fist Season 2, Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan Season 1, The Dragon Prince Season 1

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Fall Movie Preview 2018 Sep 09, 2018

You voted, we listened! This week we're doing our full preview of the Fall movie season, from September all the way through November (cut off date is December 1st, even though that's still "technically" considered Fall). We discuss our most anticipated films coming out, as well as our honorable mentions and a few notable films none of us are all that interested to see.

Ep. 81 Show Notes:

00:01:05 – Off-Topics and this week's movie news
00:10:20 – Our most highly anticipated Fall 2018 films!
00:48:02 – Honorable Mentions

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Searching, The Little Stranger, The Miseducation of Cameron Post, Support the Girls Sep 02, 2018

There's a lot of discussion to be found in Searching, a new "screen life" found footage film starring John Cho and Debra Messing. But is it really the next step in films about technology we've been, ahem, searching for?

SHOW NOTES:

00:07:05 – Off-Topics and this week's movie news
00:34:10 – Searching review
01:10:56 – Mini Reviews: The Little Stranger, The Miseducation of Cameron Post, The Innocents Season 1, Support the Girls

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The Happytime Murders Aug 27, 2018

Get ready to put a sock in it. Our featured review this week is The Happytime Murders, a new raunchy puppet film from Brian Henson. Featuring special guests Matt Serafini and Chris Sheridan!

SHOW NOTES

00:02:29 – Off-Topics: Happy Death Day Sequel Scoop, More MoviePass Drama, Danny Boyle No Longer Directing Bond, Big Bang Theory finally ends
00:17:35 – The Happytime Murders
00:47:30 – Mini Reviews: Searching, 2001, Bert Kreischer: Secret Time

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Crazy Rich Asians, To All the Boys I've Loved Before, Alpha, Mile 22 Aug 19, 2018

Our featured review this week is Crazy Rich Asians, starring Constance Wu, Henry Golding, Michelle Yeoh, and a massive all-Asian ensemble cast in what could be the summer's biggest and best romantic comedy. We also review To All the Boys I've Loved Before, Alpha, Disenchantment Season 1, and Mile 22.

SHOW NOTES

00:04:00 – MoviePass is charging customers who cancelled?
00:12:38 – Crazy Rich Asians Featured Review
00:35:24 – Mini Reviews: To All the Boys I've Loved Before, Alpha, Disenchantment Season 1, Mile 22

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The Meg Aug 12, 2018

This week, we dive into the campy Jason Statham shark/monster movie The Meg, chat about the new Oscars category a little, and review Crazy Rich Asians, Like Father, BlacKkKlansman, Better Call Saul Season 4, and Demetri Martin: The Overthinker.

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00:04:10 – New Oscar category?
00:14:10 – The Meg Featured Review
00:30:25 – Mini Reviews: Crazy Rich Asians, Like Father, Better Call Saul Season 4, BlacKkKlansman, Demetri Martin: The Overthinker

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The Mission: Impossible Series Aug 10, 2018

With the recent release of Mission: Impossible – Fallout, we here at ATAIG thought it would be the perfect opportunity to trace the lineage of the series, from 1996 to 2018 and try to figure out just why this franchise has managed to keep going strong. We talk about the ones that worked (five of them), the one that didn’t quite work (one of them), all of the crazy stunts, and all of the insanely complicated storylines over the years. We also have an important announcement at the beginning, so make sure you don’t miss that, and enjoy!

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Question For You: Which M:I movie is your favorite? Also, whose facemask would you want to have? But, most importantly, can you explain the plot of any of these in one sentence?

SHOW NOTES:

0:45 - Our Important Announcement
1:33 - Introduction to Mission: Impossible
5:58 - Mission: Impossible
17:37 - Mission: Impossible II
32:57 - Mission: Impossible III
41:05 - Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol
50:53 - Mission: Impossible - Rogue Nation
58:47 - Mission: Impossible - Fallout
1:08:47 - Final Thoughts
1:11:59 - Conclusion

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Christopher Robin, The Spy Who Dumped Me, BlacKkKlansman, Don't Worry, He Won't Get Far on Foot Aug 05, 2018

Hide your honey, the Cinemaholics are back this week to review Christopher Robin, the new Disney live-action movie based on the characters of the classic children's stories featuring Winnie the Pooh.

SHOW NOTES:

00:02:05 – Christopher Robin Featured Review
00:27:35 – Mini Reviews: The Spy Who Dumped Me, BlacKkKlansman, Sharp Objects, Don't Worry, He Won't Get Far on Foot

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Mission: Impossible – Fallout, Teen Titans Go! To the Movies Jul 29, 2018

In this week's episode, should you choose to listen to it, we review Mission: Impossible – Fallout, the latest in the action-blockbuster spy series starring Tom Cruise as Ethan Hunt. We also review Teen Titans Go! To the Movies, Luke Cage Season 2 on Netflix, Who Is America, Robin Williams: Come Inside My Mind, and Damsel.

SHOW NOTES:

00:09:10 – Off-Topics: MoviePass is out of money?
00:18:15 – Mission: Impossible – Fallout Featured Review
00:45:30 – Mini Reviews: Teen Titans Go! To the Movies, Luke Cage Season 2, Who Is America, Robin Williams: Come Inside My Mind, Damsel

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Eighth Grade, Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again, The Equalizer 2, Unfriended: Dark Web, Blindspotting Jul 22, 2018

This week, we review Eighth Grade and do a sneak peek review of Mission: Impossible - Fallout. We also review Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again, The Equalizer 2, Unfriended: Dark Web, and Blindspotting.

SHOW NOTES:

00:03:10 – Off-Topics: San Diego Comic-Con, James Gunn firing
00:18:45 – Eighth Grade Featured Review
00:43:10 – Mini Reviews: Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again, The Equalizer 2, Unfriended: Dark Web, Mission: Impossible - Fallout, Blindspotting

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Skyscraper, The First Purge Jul 15, 2018

Special guest Aaron Dicer of SiftPop and CinemaSins joins the show for the first time to help us review Skyscraper, the latest movie starring Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson. We also review Eighth Grade, Sorry to Bother You, The First Purge, and more.

00:05:00 – Off-Topics: AMC A-List, What is your favorite movie of 2018 (so far)?
00:18:35 – Skyscraper Featured Review
00:39:00 – Mini Reviews: Eighth Grade, Sorry to Bother You, Unsane, The First Purge

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The Jurassic Park Series Jul 10, 2018

In what is undoubtedly our longest episode to date, we decided (against our better judgment) to revisit all five movie in the Jurassic Park franchise, from the original 1993 film all the way to the newly released Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom, we dissect the few successes and many failures of the series thus far. Needless to say, we have plenty of agreements, disagreements, and insights along the way, and at the end of the show we give our individual pitches for where we’d like the franchise to go.

Hosted by Sam Noland, Jason Read, and Anthony Battaglia!

00:2:04 - Introduction
00:2:54 - Jurassic Park
00:13:56 - The Lost World: Jurassic Park
00:26:36 - Jurassic Park III
00:40:32 - Jurassic World
01:07:42 - Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom (Spoiler-Free)
01:24:25 - Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom (Spoiler-Filled)
01:38:40 - What we (desperately) want from the Jurassic Franchise
1:47:06 - Conclusion

Question For You: What do you want to see from the Jurassic franchise (that we probably will never see at this rate)?

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Ant-Man and the Wasp, Sorry to Bother You, Hotel Transylvania 3, Three Identical Strangers Jul 08, 2018

Special recurring guests Kimber Myers and Alisha Grauso join the show this week to help review Ant-Man and the Wasp, the latest Marvel film. Plus, we discuss Sorry to Bother You, GLOW Season 2, Hotel Transylvania 3, and more!

00:04:45 – Off-Topics: What is your favorite movie of 2018 (so far)?
00:17:55 – Ant-Man and the Wasp Featured Review (Spoilers at 00:48:30)
00:55:10 – Mini Reviews: Sorry to Bother You, GLOW Season 2, Hotel Transylvania 3, Calibre, Three Identical Strangers

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Sicario: Day of the Soldado, Leave No Trace, Uncle Drew, American Animals Jul 02, 2018

Special guest Sam Noland of Anyway, That's All I Got joins the Cinemaholics this week for an action-packed episode, where we review the new film Sicario: Day of the Soldado, the sequel to the 2015 surprise critical hit, Sicario. We also do an early sneak peek review for Ant-Man & The Wasp, then reviews for Leave No Trace, Uncle Drew, and American Animals.

00:08:53 – Off-Topics: Boba Fett standalone Star Wars movie, DC Universe streaming service, Former Pixar employee speaks out
00:27:43 – Sicario: Day of the Soldado Featured Review
01:09:50 – Mini Reviews: Ant-Man & The Wasp, Leave No Trace, Uncle Drew, American Animals

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Inside Jaws Jun 26, 2018

Inside Jaws takes you on an immersive journey through the making of 1975’s pulse-pounding hit film Jaws, the first-ever summer blockbuster. Subscribe to Inside Jaws on Apple Podcasts today or hear the first 5 episodes at wondery.com/plus.

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Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom, Set It Up Jun 24, 2018

Special guest Jake Holland joins the Cinemaholics for an episode of prehistoric proportions, as we review Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom, the latest film in the Jurassic Park franchise. We also tackle some big movie news and review Luke Cage Season 2, Thoroughbreds (again), and Set It Up.

00:02:50 – Off-Topics: Incredibles 2 Box Office, Star Wars standalone movies on hold, Gotti controversy
00:23:10 – Featured Review: Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom; Spoilers start at 00:50:00
01:02:20 – Mini Reviews: Luke Cage Season 2, Thoroughbreds, Set It Up

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Incredibles 2, Tag, First Reformed, Hearts Beat Loud, Hotel Artemis Jun 17, 2018

Special guest Skyler Shuler of The DCast joins us this week for a super-sized episode with a featured review for Incredibles 2, the latest animated film from Pixar. We also do mini reviews for Tag, Cloak & Dagger, Hearts Beat Loud, and plenty more.

00:19:35 – Incredibles 2 review
00:51:35 – Mini Reviews: Tag, Cloak & Dagger Season 1, First Reformed, Hearts Beat Loud, Hotel Artemis, Alex Strangelove

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Hereditary, Ocean's 8, Won't You Be My Neighbor Jun 10, 2018

Welcome to our first ever LADIES NIGHT episode of Cinemaholics, hosted by Kimber Myers with special guests Alisha Grauso and Candice Frederick! The ladies took over our normal programming for a double feature review, starting with the new A24 horror hit, Hereditary, followed by the female-led heist spinoff, Ocean's 8.

00:03:10 – Hereditary review (Spoilers start at 00:24:20)
00:39:55 – Ocean's 8 review
01:02:30 – Mini Reviews: Upgrade, Won't You Be My Neighbor

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Upgrade, Adrift, Disobedience, The Tale Jun 03, 2018

This week, we review Upgrade, a new sci-fi action horror from Blumhouse. We start off with some big announcements, Jon's experience at Pixar Fest, and our reactions to the poor Solo: A Star Wars Story box office. And later on we get into our mini reviews for Adrift, Arrested Development Season 5, and more.

00:24:30 – Upgrade review (No Spoilers)
00:48:00 – Mini Reviews: Adrift, Disobedience,
The Tale, Arrested Development Season 5 (Part 1)

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Solo: A Star Wars Story May 27, 2018

Special guest Catrina Dennis joins Cinemaholics this week to help review Solo: A Star Wars Story. Plus, we review 13 Reasons Why Season 2, Joe Pera Talks With You, and the New Girl series finale.

00:06:45 – Solo: A Star Wars Story review (No Spoilers)
00:35:30 – Spoilers for Solo: A Star Wars Story
00:48:30 – Mini Reviews: 13 Reasons Why Season 2, Joe Pera Talks With You, New Girl Series Finale

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Star Wars Breakdown (Part 1) May 24, 2018

PART 2 of this breakdown is now live on our main feed! Subscribe to Anyway, That's All I Got to listen now, or click here.

Solo: A Star Wars Story hits theaters this weekend, so we decided to revisit each and every Star Wars movie, including the strange, misfit TV movies history has tried to erase. We didn’t want to force (no pun intended) every single installment into one episode, so for part 1 of our discussion we review everything from the very first movie up through the prequel trilogy. Our discussion has plenty of surprises and hot takes (mostly from Jason), and we hope you enjoy listening!

Hosted by Sam Noland, Jason Read, and Anthony Battaglia!

SHOW NOTES:

0:01:54 - Introduction to Star Wars
0:07:59 - Star Wars
0:20:03 - The Star Wars Holiday Special
0:23:50 - The Empire Strikes Back
0:31:08 - Return of the Jedi
0:39:23 - The Ewok Adventure and The Battle for Endor
0:49:06 - The Phantom Menace and prequel trilogy discussion
1:10:35 - Attack of the Clones
1:21:18 - Revenge of the Sith
1:32:12 - Final Thoughts and Conclusion

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